Unit Manager – Mining at Asanko Gold Mine

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which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

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A vacancy exists in our Mining Department for the position of:

UNIT MANAGER - MINING

JOB PURPOSE

To manage the site Mine Planning team to meet long-term strategies and objectives of delivering

quality ore to the process plant in a safe working environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       Manage Mine, Planning team, to achieve departmental and mine-wide production and cost targets and other requirements.

·       Provide technical guidance and support to the team and other relevant stakeholders.

·       Deliver mine plans to meet long-term strategies and objectives (which include pit optimization, pit and waste dump designs, production schedules, equipment optimization, etc).

·       Ensure short-term plans are aligned to medium-term plans.

·       Liaise with the Corporate Technical Team on mine planning-related activities.

·       Undertake efficient planning of ore stockpiles to ensure uninterrupted ore supply to crushers.

·       Identify and lead continuous improvement strategies to improve systems and processes as well as manage production cost-effectively.

·       Ensure pit & dump engineering designs are available and meet all technical and safety

·       requirements.

·       Ensure block models are updated and made available for planning purposes.

·       Ensure quarterly production and cost forecasts are generated and reconciled.

·       Develop production and cost KPIs to eliminate waste in cost savings strategies.

·       Communicate key information of the business plan to relevant stakeholders.

·       Ensure all mine plans and designs meet statutory and regulatory requirements.

·       Lead the budgeting process and provided the production inputs for the Life of Mine Plan during each budget and forecasting cycle.

·       Manage the Company’s mining and haulage contractors to ensure contract objectives are met.

·       Provide oversight responsibilities for the Mine Survey section.

·       Oversee mine production and haulage activities.

·       Mentor and develop Mine Engineers in accordance with the Department’s Succession

·       Planning and ensuring there is enough backup to fill vacant roles when incumbents move on.

·       Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge

·       Must have a minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline from a recognized institution;

·       A Mine Superintendent certificate issued by the Inspectorate Division of the Minerals Commission of Ghana would be an added advantage.

·       Must have a minimum of six (6) years’ post qualification work experience in an open pit mining environment with demonstrable leadership competencies.

·       Must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of mining safety regulations, environmental compliance, and the use of modern mining technologies.

·       Proven track record in leading large mining teams and managing complex operations.

·       Working knowledge of the Mining Act and related regulations of the Republic of Ghana, and able to interpret and apply these laws and regulations.

·       Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant Occupational Health & Safety Regulations and legislative requirements.

·       Hands-on experience in mine planning software will be an advantage.

·       Ability to analyze data, develop strategies, and implement action plans that improve operational performance.

·       Strong computer literacy skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

·       Must be results and action-oriented person.

·       Must have a valid Ghanaian license, minimum of five (5) years driving experience, and ability to drive in rough terrain.

·       Skills

·       Must be self-confident and demonstrate good supervisory competencies to build an effective and motivated team.

·       Results-oriented drive and solid work ethics, with exceptional attention for detail.

·       Ability to train and mentor team members and demonstrate safety leadership.

·       Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

·       Good conflict management and grievance handling skills.

·       Good information monitoring and management skills.

·       Good planning, organizing and prioritizing skills.

·       Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

·       Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.