Company Profile

Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd. (“AGGL”) is a joint venture between Galiano Gold Inc. and Gold Fields. The primary asset is the Multi-Pit Asanko Gold Mine complex, located in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. Galiano Gold Inc. are the managers and operators of the Asanko Gold Mine.

Job Description

• Ensure compliance with the highest safety standards, complying with OSHAS 18001 and environmental management (ISO 14001) as well as company policies and regulations;
• Generate, issue, and control daily job cards for work to be undertaken;
• Ensure that all electrical critical spares are maintained within specified limits;
• Ensure accurate documentation of all electrical maintenance works;
• Identify tasks and develop the appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) to cover those tasks;
• Ensure that procedures for safe execution of tasks are in place and adhered to (these include Task Instructions, Permits to Work, Task Risk Assessments, and Toolbox Talks);
• Ensure that electrical infrastructures and equipment are maintained in accordance with standards in order to meet expected reliability and ‘uptime’ Key Performance Indicators;
• Communicate routinely and effectively with the Unit Manager - Electrical and Instrumentation and other supervisors as required;
• Ensure regulatory compliance;
• Perform other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

Required Skills or Experience

• Must have a minimum of Degree/HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of practical electrical engineering experience in a mining or related environment, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory position;
• Must have MV switching experience and a strong skill set in working on MV motors;
• Must be experienced in Process heating systems including Kilns and Ovens.
• Must be computer literate with working knowledge in Microsoft Office suit.
• Must possess a valid Ghanaian driving license and the ability to drive in rough terrain. 

• Excellent knowledge and analysis of architectural and engineering design principles;
• Ability to apply knowledge of standards, methods, and procedures to work situations;
• Ability to meet tight deadlines;
• Must demonstrate good communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve optimum performance.