AngloGold Ashanti (Iduapriem) Limited (Subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti Limited) operates the combines Teberebie and Iduapriem open-pits gold mines at Tarkwa in the Western Region of Ghana and has a workforce of over 1400. including contractors. It is a former NOSA 5 Star "Platinum" related mine, which has gained ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) Certification and currently implementing OHSAS 18001 Safety Management System.

Job Summary

Vacancy exist for suitability qualified persons to be appointed to the role of Senior Environmental Officer - Water Management.

Purpose:
To co-ordinate drilling and permit on all drilling programmes associated with water, sampling of both surface and groundwater and monitoring of water quality in line with Ghana Water Company and EPA standards at all times.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Undertake assessment of surface and groundwater quality and quantity at the operational area and neighbours communities on monthly basis
•  Ensure that drilling companies com;y with Water Resource Commission (WRC) Drilling Licence and Groundwater Development Regulation LI 1827 for safe development of ground water resources
•  Supervise drilling of boreholes for monitoring and drinking water purposes
•  Develop prediction models for surface and groundwater resources. Undertake monitoring of ground water plumes with the aim of an appropriate model which allow for tracking of solute transport over time
•  Develop and update the existing water balance model to include inflows, inventory storage and outflows. The model should be appropriate to the nature and scale of the mine operations and must allow for effective water management decisions
•  Develop and update the existing Environmental Monitoring Plan on water
•  Submit month and end report on water resource use against regulatory and AGA requirements
•  Undertake environmental impact assessment on water to ensure that adverse impact on local and regional water resources is avoided. Identify local and regional water quality risks and set objectives to manage potential risks
•  Periodic review of the mine water monitoring programme for its continuous suitability and appropriateness

Qualification Required & Experience

•  University Degree in Sciences or Engineering related fields
•  At least 3 years environmental working experience in an extractive or construction industry
•  Knowledge of Ghanaian Environmental Regulations and Water Resource Commission drilling license and regulations as they apply to mining
•  Knowledge in drilling, pit dewatering and water sampling and monitoring of drinking water
•  Thorough understanding of Environmental Management Systems and Ghana Water Company standards
•  Experienced working with ISO14001 or similar Environmental Management Systems
•  Strong presentation, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
•  Competent in MS Office software and data management
•  Ability to work effectively in a diverse work group

How To Apply For The Job

If you recognise yourself in this profile, please submit your application letter with curriculum vitae, to the following address:

The Human Resource Manager
AngloGold Ashanti (Iduapriem) Limited
P.O.Box 283
Tarkwa

Closing Date: 14 December, 2012