Abosso Gold Fields Ltd - Damang Gold Mine, a subsidiary of Gold Fields Limited is a world-class operation, consisting of 25 Mtpa open pit-mining operations and a 5.2 Mtpa CIL Metallurgical Plant. The mine is located in tropical climate in the Western Region of Ghana.

Description Of Job

Purpose of the Job:-
The Mining Department of Tarkwa Gold Mine is seeking to employ an experienced, competent and self-motivated Unit Manager - Production who will be responsible for the load and haul activities in a high volume selective mining environment. The successful applicant will be responsible for the efficient utilisation of the mining fleet to ensure uninterrupted ore supply and at the required blend ratio to feed the Tarkwa mine process plants.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Ensure the achievement of qualitative and quantitative outputs through the efficient utilisation of drill & blast, loading & hauling fleet and other resources in a cost effective manner
•  Coordinate and account for the performance of all shifts involved in drill & blast and loading & hauling functions.
•  Initiate cost saving practices and productivity improvement of specially assigned projects
•  Interact with other sections to ensure continuous and seamless mining sequence
•  Ensure own staff are effectively trained, developed, and supervised
•  Maintain a culture of continuous improvement In the mining sections
•  Responsible for Green Belt 6 Sigma projects in the mining sections
•  Maintain a safe and an environmentally friendly working area.

Qualification Required & Experience

•  A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution
•  Minimum of five (5) years experience in similar position in an open pit mining operation
•  Demonstrable understanding of relevant applicable legislations and Mining Regulations
•  Demonstrable understanding of open pit mining operations
•  Computer literacy and experience in the use of mining software programmes
•  Well developed oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to interact with people of diverse cultures and levels
•  Supervisory skills and ability to lead and motivate the production team(s).
•  A hands-on approach and be willing to work long hours to obtain the required results
•  Minimum of Mine Superintendents' Certificate of Competency as well as Competency in First Aid
•  Medical fitness for the position and environment
•  Valid Ghanaian driver's licence.

It would be an added advantage If candidate is a holder of Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency

How To Apply For The Job

Interested parties should submit their Curriculum Vitae to:

Emmanuel Awuah - HR Superintendent
Tarkwa Gold Mine
P. O. Box 26
Tarkwa

or by e-mail to: Emmanuel.Awuah@goldfields.com.gh
Company details can be found at: http://www.goldfields.co.za

Closing Date:  23 October, 2012

Please note that Gold Fields Ghana will only contact applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job

Gold Fields is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment