Gold Fields Jobs 2017

Damang Gold Mine currently seeks to engage the services of a self-motivated individual who will directly be responsible for Shift Supervision. The incumbent will be in charge of the production section. Reporting to the Unit-Manager-Production, the successful candidate will use his/her expertise in Open-pit mining to assist in ensuring that management systems, processes, policies, resources, competencies and skills are in place for assigned subordinates and machinery to work safely to meet planned production targets.

Job Description

Job Title: Shift Supervisor – Mining Production

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that good mining practices are followed to facilitate effective select mining
• Initiating cost saving practices and productivity improvement of specially assigned projects.
• Monitoring the consistency of discipline within area of responsibility by ensuring the consistency of sanctions and the handling of grievances
• Organising personnel and equipment to safely and effectively achieve planned targets
• Ensuring that all employees including contractors are in their right PPEs
• Visiting all areas of responsibility and ensuring that correct work procedures are followed
• Compiling end of shift reports
• Ensuring own staff are effectively trained, developed, and supervised
• Applying knowledge and experience to solve problems during the shift
• Maintaining a safe and environmental friendly working environment
• Maintaining a culture of Continuous Improvement in the section

Key Requirements:

• A minimum of BSc. Mining Engineering or equivalent
• 5 years’ experience in similar position
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills in English Language
• Medical fitness for the position and environment
• Must possess Blasting, Mine Captain and Shift Boss Certificates
• A valid Ghanaian driver’s Permit
• A hands-on approach and be willing to work long hours to obtain the required results
• Experience in Mine Planning
• Extensive knowledge in applicable Mining Regulations
• Mine Superintendents’ Certificate of Competency