Keegan Resources Ghana Ltd. (“KRGl”) is a fully-owned subsidiary of Asanko Gold Inc., a company which is building the Asanko Gold Mine, Ghana’s next gold mine. The vision of Asanko is to become a mid-tier gold mining company that maximizes value for all stakeholders.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Directs, maintains and enforces the safety and environmental programs for process operations;
- Reviews safety policies and procedures to uphold best practice safety and environmental standards for all operations and metallurgical personnel;
- Communicates and interacts directly with the process plant maintenance and laboratory personnel and Services Departments to coordinate operations in all process areas;
- Manages and controls the plant operations and metallurgical personnel to implement effective operational work practices in all process areas;
- Develops, implements and monitors short and medium term plans, budgets, goals and objectives, and focus on achieving the department’s objectives;
- Ensures that plant operations and metallurgical staff are adequately trained, equipped and motivated to ensure achievement of plant operation in a safe, timely and cost effective manner;
- Reviews the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimise unplanned downtime, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement;
- Initiates and carries out projects that improves efficiency and/or reduces operating costs, and being prepared and able to make changes to realise continuous improvement;
- Ensures Minerals Commission and other regulatory requirements relating to the process plant and TSF operation are met at all times;
- Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Process Manager, to whom this position reports;
Required Skills or Experience
- Degree or HND in Minerals, Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering, or similar/equivalent qualification, from a recognised tertiary institution;
- Certificate of Competency (Superintendent &/or Manager) issued by Minerals Commission of Ghana;
- 10 years’ or more experience in process plant operations supervision &/or management; with extensive crushing, milling (SAG & ball mills), thickening, CIL & carbon treatment (acid wash, elution & regeneration) experience preferred.
- Problem solving and decision making skills;
- Ability to apply knowledge of standards, methods and procedures to work situation;
- Dynamic knowledge and understanding of process plant operating & metallurgical practices;
- Strong organisational and interpersonal skills;
- Strong computer skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Projects, and Visio;
- Medically fit for the position and environment;
- Valid Ghanaian Driver’s license.
How To Apply
When applying, please follow the guidelines below to maximise the success of your application:
- Include an introductory paragraph in your covering letter explaining why you believe you are suited to the role you are applying for
- Limit your CV to 4 pages
- Your CV must include demographic detail, qualifications, work experience and a minimum of two referees
- List your most recent positions first
- Include copies of relevant, original certificates and academic records
- Please ensure you email when applying for a job.
- Include copies of relevant, original certificates and academic records
Applications, together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications, should be submitted by the deadline date
Unit Manager – HR Administration, Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd.
No. 4, Sir ArkuKorsah Road, Airport Residential Area,
P. O. Box CT 6153, Accra-Ghana. Or
email:
Selection Process
Eligible candidates will be selected after the interview process and evaluated for suitability in terms of behavioural characteristics, organisational fit, capability to work with the relevant complexity of work and ability to establish and maintain a positive and engaging culture with all stakeholders.