Keegan Resources Ghana Ltd. ("KRGl") is a fully-owned subsidiary ofAsanko Gold Inc., a company which is building the Asanko Gold Mine, Ghana's next gold mine. The vision ofAsanko is to become a mid-tier gold mining company that maximizes value for all stakeholders.

Job Summary

The Geotechnical Engineer will undertake preliminary geotechnical activities within all operational areas.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Implement and maintain safety, health and environmental policies and procedures, and ensure to maintain a healthy working environment;
•   Keep and update plans, sections of pits slopes and respective hydrological regimes within and around the pit and other operational areas;
•   Supervise in-pit & ex-pit hydrological situations and consequently advice on the location of sumps, ditches and drainage berms;
•   Supervision of dewatering crew, oversee the effective performance and coordinate the servicing, maintenance of pumping machines and the supply of other logistics;
•   Supervise the installation of piezometers in ex-pits boreholes and on tailings embankment;
•   Plan and supervise drilling during geotechnical investigation for open pit and civil design;
•   Monitoring, analyzing, and predicting the stability of pit walls for safer operations to save cost, and Implement geotechnical hazard plan;
•   Update Geotechnical database to provide accurate reports;
•   Recommend to pit superintendent and Mining Engineers with respect to pit wall stability as required for open pit designs;
•   Monitor drill and activities that impact on the integrity of final pit walls, and advice on weaker grounds where drilling and blasting could be minimized to save cost;
•   Undertake Geotechnical and Geological mapping using the scan line method;
•   Kinematic analysis of structural data to determine possible failure types in slopes using Dips 5.0, Slide 5.0;
•   Identifies learning needs of immediate team members and organizes or recommends appropriate training; and
•   Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BSc Degree in Geological or Geotechnical Engineering
•   Minimum of 5 years working experience in an open pit mine.
•   Previous work experience using 3D modeling software or similar software package required;
•   Generation of Geological and Geotechnical 3D models from data obtained from the field using 3D geotechnical software;
•   Computer literacy in geotechnical and mining software such as, Dips 5.0, slides 5.0, Surpac and MapInfo is required;
•   Ability to work under pressure with little supervision;
•   Good communication, interpersonal and written skills;
•   A strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner;
•   Self-confidence and personal drive in supervising subordinates;
•   Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, organisational, technical and analytical skills;
•   Must be a strong team player.

Location: Esaase

How To Apply For The Job

•   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

Applications, together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications, should be submitted by the deadline date to:

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:

applicants@asanko.com

Closing Date: 17 January, 2015

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.

Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.