Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Our Africa operations employ approximately 5,900 employees and contractors, with the majority working at the Ahafo Mine. We offer an unparalleled blend of opportunity and career satisfaction with all the benefits you would expect from a global company. This, combined with our growth opportunities, makes Newmont a great company to work.

Our Akyem and Ahafo mines have made significant sustainable community development investments in our host communities. These include establishing Development Funds at our Akyem and Ahafo operational areas with each mine contributing US$1 per ounce of gold sold and 1% of net pre-tax annual profit into its community development fund.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

About This Role

• To conduct the safe inspection, troubleshooting, replacement, repair, testing and general maintenance of conveyor belts and associated parts, according to specifications and standards, to optimize plant processing and production

In This Role You Will

Belt and Splicing Maintenance Work

• Execute on all practical and technical work relevant to belt splicing and rubber lining is completed in a safe, timely and reliable manner.
• Perform thorough conveyor inspections.
• Identify, resolve and correct all defects detected through conveyor inspections.
• Formulate and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal functioning of the conveyor.
• Monitor the conveyor belts on an ongoing basis.
• Perform routine maintenance on all belt and splicing equipment, in line with approved maintenance standards.
• Utilise hand tools, portable electrical tools and maintenance shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Undertake maintenance work to parts / equipment, including:
  • changing out of rubber lining pipes, launder, boxes, chutes.
  • replacing / installing ceramic tiles in pipes, launder, boxes.
  • conducting controlled sandblasting activities.
  • lagging of conveyor pulleys and rollers.
  • spraying sandblasted components/structures.
  • replacing / installing rubber blocks in boxes and launders.
  • using megapoxy and nordbak to repair worn out areas (Wearing Compound).
• Follow laid down Standard Task Procedures in the installation of ceramic tiles.
• Support the mechanical maintenance section, as required.
• Attend to mechanical breakdowns.
• Identify damaged mechanical parts and repair and replace these, when necessary.
• Maintain sufficient spare availability and stock levels.
• Understand and interpret drawings of components for rubber lining and / or repairs.
• Test repaired equipment to determine the extent of effective functioning.
• Provide practical and technical assistance relevant to the trade to the Mechanical Supervisor.
• Conduct thorough shift handover, detailing all relevant information for the incoming crew.
• Report and record all necessary shift information in log books.
• Work with the Mechanical Supervisor to maintain optimal mechanical performance of the Process Plant.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs which will assist in enhancing the performance of the Ahafo Process Plant operation.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Task Procedures (STP’s).

Additional Responsibilities

Health, Safety and Environment

• Deliver own prescribed outcomes and / or provide support services, by applying Newmont’s Health, Safety and Environment systems, policies and protocols.
• Maintain general housekeeping of tools utilised.
• Assure that safety standards are adhered to.
• Eliminate any safety hazards caused by electrical defects.
• Inspect the plant to check and identify any electrical issues.
• Contribute to and attend all safety meetings.

Reporting

• Maintain records of belt and splicing maintenance and repair work.
• Compile reports on field observations and factor results into weekly / fortnightly planning.
• Produce daily reports indicating the jobs completed for the day and submit the report to the Mechanical Supervisor.

Solutions Analysis

• Troubleshoot and diagnose production equipment for emergency repairs, conduct visual inspections with guidance.
• Conduct routine equipment running checks.
• Diagnose whether to fix or replace parts / equipment / accessories.
• Analyse specified problems and issues to find the best technical solutions within OEM specifications and / drawings, and in accordance with local standards.
• Strive to reduce production / processing downtime and minimize costs.

Work Scheduling and Allocation

• Accomplish work objectives by determining own daily work and prioritization schedule.
• Coordinate with support services and assign short-term tasks to other Technicians, as necessary.
• Respond to inquiries and instructions in a professional manner.

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

• Mechanical Certificate (MET) from a Technical Institution.

Additional Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge in conveyor belt splicing and rubber lining.
• Knowledge of maintenance principles and industry standards.
• Knowledge of the installation procedures for the equipment and parts maintained and used.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 – 4 years’ experience in conveyor belt splicing and rubber lining.
• Experience in basic measurements and calculations.

Technical Skills

• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Sound computer literacy skills (SAP, MS Word, Outlook and other Windows applications).
• Ability to use the Vulcanising Machine.
• Ability to understand the procedure for Belt Splicing and Rubber lining.
• Ability to sandblast and paint corroded surface of components.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings or blue prints.
• Ability to troubleshoot, check tolerances and use precision measuring and calculation tools.
• Ability to identify problems and to report by using technical names of equipment parts.

Behavioural Attributes

• Accuracy.
• Detail focused.
• Follow-through.
• Hand-Eye Coordination.
• Independent.
• Quality oriented.
• Reliable.
• Safety conscious.
• Self-motivated.
• Team player.
• Technically Inclined.

Working Conditions

• The Position is located in the Ahafo North mine site.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that fosters leaders and allows every person to thrive, contribute, and grow. We are committed to selecting and developing our employees, and to establishing a work environment where everyone can take an active part in reaching our strategic goals while feeling a sense of pride in working at Newmont.