Position Summary

The Engineering department (Village & Accommodation and Crushers sections) of Tarkwa Gold Mine seeks to employ an experienced and outstanding individual to fill a Charge Hand – Electrical position. The successful applicant will maintain both fixed and mobile plants such that faults are identified and repaired in a responsible, safe, efficient and effective manner to achieve equipment availability and reliability, according to standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and friendly environment to ensure effective engineering standards and procedures are developed and implemented in compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements

Execute daily routine work strictly according to standards and procedures

Maintain a comprehensive record/file of applicable standards and procedures

Carry out routine maintenance, stripping and assembling of crushers and other ancillary equipment

Undertake daily routine fault tracing and maintenance of machines and report back to the supervisor

Collate inputs from peers to enhance continuous improvement and also suggest improved ways of performing tasks

Key Requirements

Minimum of NVTI Certificate or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution

A minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in the mining industry

Must have a Mincom Inspecting certificate of competency and be familiar with the Ghana Minerals and Mining (Health Safety and Technical) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2182).

Working knowledge of the Ghana Energy Commission, IEC, NEMA and the SAN, ISO inspection standards

Well-developed oral and written communication skills in English language and the ability to interact with people of diverse cultures and levels

Ability to work for long hours under strenuous conditions, with a result-oriented attitude and should be able to work with less or no supervision

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP is required

Valid Ghanaian driver’s license and proficiency in driving light vehicles.