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 assist in responding to all emergencies on-site in a safe, timeous and professional manner, as stated in the Ahafo North Emergency plan.

In This Role You Will

ERT Program and System Response

• Assist in providing an effective response to the Ahafo North Emergency Rescue Plan system and programs, including but not limited to high-risk activities including working at heights, confined space entry, managing hazardous chemicals (i.e. transfer of cyanide), fire, injuries, water rescue and recoveries.
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures and protocols for all Emergency Response activities.

ERT Training

• Receive formalised Fire Safety Training at Ahafo North.
• Attend training and development programmes to effectively deal with emergency situations (i.e. in Advanced First Aid, Extrication, Fire Fighting, Confined Space Rescue and High Angle Rope Rescue).
• Contribute to providing input into hazard and risk assessments and vulnerability to human life, equipment and company assets.

ERT Equipment Maintenance

• Assist in conducting ERT equipment inspections to identify any potential defects or malfunctions.
• Assist in maintaining and calibrating any ERT equipment that may need to be serviced.

ERT Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Work together with fellow ERT Members to swiftly respond to existing response plans, depending on the type of emergency faced.
• Provide feedback to the ERT Member on any outstanding PPE requirements to effectively address emergency situations.

ERT Data Entry and Reporting

• Document and file all reports for easy access.

ERT Operational Execution

• Participate in regular drills to reinforce training activities.
• Assist in identifying and reporting on Safety, Environment and Community hazards.
• Participate in the control of these hazards.
• Run all rescue and recovery activities relating to both individuals and property, by responding to emergency calls from the SCC timeously.
• Participate in cyanide sparging activities to ensure the safe delivery of Cyanide to the mine site and avoidance of hazardous material disposal and its impact on the environment.
• Assist in providing emergency stand-by duties for bullion transfer, relating to the transfer of gold bullion via helicopter
• Assist in conducting all drug and alcohol tests on-site.
• Fill in the results from the drug and alcohol tests on the designated form and submit the completed form to HR for review.

Working Conditions

• The Position is located in the Ahafo North mine site

Training & Experience

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations)

• Completion of WASSCE or equivalent Certificate.

Additional Knowledge

• Firefighter I Certification is essential.
• Certification in First Aid is essential.

Experience

Minimum of 1 – 3 years’ working experience in an Emergency Response environment.

Technical Skills

• Sound communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Sound organising skills.
• Sound incident management skills.
• Sound computer literacy skills – MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Sound mechanical tool skills.
• Sound test equipment skills.
• Sound information monitoring and management skills.

Behavioral Attributes

• Assertiveness.
• Approachable.
• Team player.
• Dedicated.
• Endurance.
• Reliable.
• Resilient.

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.