{Newmont Ghana Gold Limited,Akyem,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 May-2013};

Newmont Ghana Gold Limited a subsidiary of Newmont Mining Corporation, one of the World’s largest gold mining companies.

Job Description

PURPOSE:
Reduce operating costs, improve equipment availability and maintenance  efficiency by providing real-time mining equipment health monitoring, utilizing tools provided in Ahafo’s fleet management system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

•  Perform mining equipment health monitoring utilizing, but not limited to, on and off-board tools available in Akyem’s electronic fleet management system as well as tools available from the respective equipment OEM’s.
•  Develop  and implement existing and new monitoring tools and analytical techniques with particular emphasis on cost reduction, safety, equipment performance and maintenance efficiency improvements,
•  Report equipments condition periodically in order to plan and schedule related maintenance and repairs.
•  Alert in a timely manner about severe abnormal conditions, mechanical or operational, in order to avoid major failures or extended downtime.
•  Ensure department’s compliance with the requirement of Government of Ghana Agencies, lending institutions, shareholders’ interests, environmental, health & safety legislation and company regulation
•  Responsible for Safety, Environmental, and Social Responsibility policies. Creates a suitable work environment to motivate staff, employees and contractors to achieve optimum effectiveness, productivity and operating costs.
•  Accept personal responsibility for the health and safety of every mine worker under or assigned to his/her supervision

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

•  Akyem Mine location. Office and field work as required.
•  Single status
•  Tropical working conditions

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Formal technical education: BS or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technician III or other technical discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education;
•  5 years maintenance operations experience at the Maintenance Planner or Senior Planner level in a surface mining environment;
•  2 years maintenance operations experience at the supervisor or higher level directly responsible for the maintenance of major mining equipment;
•  Knowledge of computer management tools such as Minestar, Modular Dispatch, VIMS, and Ellipse is recommended.
•  Experience in use of condition monitoring  techniques and tools is desired.
•  Advanced computer skills.
•  Demonstrate strong supervisory, verbal and written communication skills.

Location: Akyem

How To Apply For The Job

We encourage all candidates to apply online by visiting our website at:

www.Newmont.com/Join-Our-Team

•  Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
•  This position is Job #121592

Closing Date: 13 June, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 May-2013};

Applications are invited from suitable qualified Ghanaians for the following vacant position within a Public Institution.

Job Purpose

Assist in controlling and supervising the day-to-day activities of Small-Scale miners in the district

Working Environment: Office-based with routine travels to sites

Duties

•  Assist in receiving and documenting Small-Scale Mining applications and reports and transmitting same to Head Office
•  Assist in preparing annual budgets of the District Centre
•  Assist in preparing background information on applicants for small Scale Mining license
•  Carry out inspection of small scale prospecting companies
•  Assist in assessing level of Small Scale Mining (Legal and Illegal) activities within large scale concessions being applied for
•  Assist in inspecting small, medium scale mining operations and advise accordingly
•  Assist in preparing programmes for monitoring activities of small-scale miners and enforce laws in relation to health and safety
•  Assist in preparing monthly/annual reports of the District
•  Assist in educating small-scale miners on the environmental impact of mining
•  Assist in promoting and providing technical advice to the Small Scale Miners
•  Assist in instituting measures for the Small Scale Mining operators to reclaim the degraded land after their operations
•  Undertake routine visits to sites of the Small Scale Mining operators
•  Act for the District Officer in his absence
•  Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
•  Assist the Head of Department in safe-guarding assets in the District

Qualification Required & Experience

•  First degree in Mining Engineering with 3 years relevant post qualification experience in the mining industry  OR
•  University Diploma in Mining Engineering with 6 years relevant post qualification experience in the mining industry.

Skills/Competencies:

•  Very good interpersonal relationship and effective in relating with people and colleagues
•  Ability to wor under pressure
•  Management skills
•  Understanding of Mining and the Minerals industry
•  Team player
•  Computer literacy skills
•  Willingness to travel at short notice
•  Strong analytical skills
•  Problem-sovling skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested qualified applicants may apply with detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant certificates to:-

P.O.Box M248
Accra

Closing Date: 10 May, 2013

The envelope should be marked AAP/2013

{Newmont Ghana Gold Limited,Nkawkaw,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Apr-2013};

Newmont Ghana Gold Limited a subsidiary of Newmont Mining Corporation, one of the World’s largest gold mining companies.

Job Summary

PURPOSE:
To provide management and supervision for the maintenance activities of the process plant and associated infrastructure.  Assist in the development and implementation of training programmed for the national workforce using Newmont safety, environmental and maintenance practices is an integral component of the job role

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

•  Accept personal responsibility for the health and safety of every employee under or assigned to his/her supervision.
•  Assure that applicable environmental regulations and compliance programs are implemented.
•  Manage and supervise the process maintenance department to achieve safe, cost-effective preventative maintenance of all infrastructure, fixed and mobile plant, through the development and implementation of short/long-term strategies.
•  Assist in the development and implementation of training programmes for the national workforce in performing the maintenance tasks for the Akyem process plant
•  Develop and implement maintenance strategies that utilize RCM techniques and budget control that will deliver the optimum process plant availability and operating costs.
•  Actively participate in continuous improvement programs which will assist in enhancing the performance of the Akyem process plant operation
•  Initiate projects and direct activities leading to continuous improvement of safety and production.
•  Prepares budgets, recommend purchase of capital equipment and selection of vendors, prepare AFE’s for capital projects
•  Co-ordinate with the stores/procurement department to ensure that all the necessary maintenance parts and supplies are available to maintain the process plant and associated facilities.
•  Prepare maintenance operating cost forecasts, budgets and monthly maintenance reports.
•  Deputize for the Process Manager role during periods of leave.
•  Ensure that staff training and development programs are conducted in accordance with Newmont’s people development program
•  Ensure the transfer of technology from expatriate to National employees and the promotion and support of National employee training and skill development

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

•  Position is located in a very remote location.
•  Managing operations in a very environmentally sensitive and socially challenging environment.
•  May be required to travel to and assist at other domestic and international sites

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and equivalent combination of training and experience in leading large multi-national processing plant.
•  Minimum of 5 years experience as a Maintenance Superintendent in a large process plant environment.  Extensive maintenance supervisory experience is a prerequisite for the job role with engineering qualifications desirable
•  Process start-up experience would be a plus.
•  Management and supervisory experience in developing country is required as is experience in supervising and managing a large group of employees, both staff and hourly
•  Strong working knowledge in the maintenance of crushers and grinding mill equipment.
•  Strong working knowledge in the maintenance of large slurry pumps and reducers.
•  Strong working knowledge in maintenance planning systems – SAP/Ellipse/MIMS.
•  Strong working knowledge of budget and cost control in a process maintenance environment.
•  Work experience in an overseas environment and training a national workforce is desirable.
•  High level of communication skills – verbal and written.
•  High level of PC Skills and computer literacy.
•  Strong presentation, facilitation, and consultation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
•  Ability to identify and analyze organizational needs.
•  Knowledge and understanding of the statutory regulations relevant to safety and the environment for the mining industry.

Location: Nkawkaw

How To Apply For The Job

We encourage all candidates to apply online by visiting our website at:

www.Newmont.com/Join-Our-Team

Closing Date: 31 May, 2013

•  Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
•  This position is Job #130827

{Newmont Ghana Gold Limited,Nkawkaw,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Apr-2013};

Newmont Ghana Gold Limited a subsidiary of Newmont Mining Corporation, one of the World’s largest gold mining companies.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will direct and control daily and long-term mining activities in the open pit mining area under limited supervision.

Essential Duties:

•  Direct and oversee all blasting activities such as areas to be blasted and developed, rate of development, control of mineral quality and tonnage and direct the distribution of labour, supplies and equipment
•  Ensure project work is coordinated with Engineering Department to complete within the accepted project terms schedules
•  Analyze daily production and cost data to ensure that blasting is operating within overall production and budget forecasts
•  Interact with operating and non-operating departments to develop short-term operating goals and budgets

The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Qualification Required & Experience

•  A degree in Mining Engineering or related field
•  Minimum of 3-5 years of blasting supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience are necessary
•  Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
•  Ability to identify and analyze organisational needs
•  Must currently possess Ghana Statutory Certification for FirstAid, Blasting and Mine Foreman

Location: Nkawkaw

How To Apply For The Job

If you would like to be considered for the above position, please send your application letter and current CV with references, indicating your e-mail address, telephone contact information to the address below:

The Human Resource Manager
Newmont Golden Ridge Limited
P. O. Box 251
Nkawkaw

Or email: recruiting@newmont.com

Closing Date:  11 May, 2013

Please indicate the job applied for on the envelope and in the subject line of the email. Applying through email is preferable.

{Newmont Ghana Gold Limited,Ahafo,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Apr-2013};

Newmont Ghana Gold Limited is one of five core operating regions of Newmont Mining Corporation (www.newmont.com), one of the largest gold companies in the world. Newmont operates the Ahafo Mine in the Brong-Ahafo Region and the Akyem Project in the Eastern Region.

The company has approximately 46,000 employees and contractors worldwide, and employs over 6,500 employees and contractors in Ghana.

Ahafo Mine:
The Ahafo mine has made significant sustainable development projects to its host Ahafo communities. This includes the establishment of the Ahafo Development Fund (NADeF) where the company contributes US$1 per ounce of gold sold and 1% of net pre-tax annual profit from the mining operation into the fund.

In 2010, the Global Business Coalition on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GBC) voted Newmont Ghana as a leading company in the fight against HIV/AIDS and Malaria prevention. One of the company’s initiatives – The Ahafo Linkages Program, designed to maximize procurement from local Ahafo businesses, also won the most awards at the 2010 Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply UK (CIPS) Procurement Awards.

Akyem Project:
The Akyem Project is one of Newmont’s new core areas in Ghana. It is currently in the construction stage and is expected to commence production in late 2013 or early 2014.

Newmont was the first gold mining company to be listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) and has for the fifth year running remained on the DJSI. Newmont was recently ranked 42nd in the 100 Best Corporate Citizens List by the Corporate Responsibility (CR) Magazine, and remains the only gold company listed in the S&P 500 index.

Newmont Ghana’s industry leading performance is reflected through its high standards in environmental management, health and safety for our employees, and creating value and opportunity for our host communities and shareholders.

We offer an unparalleled blend of opportunity and career satisfaction with all the benefits you would expect from a global company. This combined with our growth opportunities and extended mine life makes Newmont a great company to work with.

Job Summary

Purpose
The purpose of the HSLP Coordinator Role is to carry out the requirements of the Integrated and Health Safety and Loss Prevention Management Systems for the Ahafo operations.

Key Accountabilities
Position Specific

•  Develop and administer Newmont programs to prevent accidents/incidents and loss due to processing activities including plant maintenance.
•  Assist line management to develop and maintain a culture of “Safe Production”.  Provides advice to line management regarding hazard identification, risk management, safety rules, regulations, trends, statistics and compliance.
•  Participate in accident/incident investigations to discover root causes and identify corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
•  Conduct health and safety inspections and audits.  Prepare reports and close out corrective actions in a timely manner.
•  Attend safety meetings and present safety information.
•  Develop health and safety policies and procedures.
•  Monitor lead and lag HSLP indicators for the processing department and produce reports and presentations as required.
•  Ensure compliance to the Integrated Management System and HSLP Management System and participate in system audits.
•  Support the Senior HSLP Co-ordinator and HSLP Manager.

General

•  Support, promote and embrace the Newmont Vision, Values and Purpose statement.
•  Carry out all duties in a manner that minimises the risk and maintains a safe working environment for all personnel including contractors.
•  Demonstrate effective performance in achieving or exceeding agreed HSLP goals in support of the department, site and company.
•  Train, motivate staff and positively influence the safe productive improvement of HSLP processes and practices within your work area.
•  Actively maintain knowledge of and compliance with all company policies, procedures and safe work practices detailed in the Site Integrated Management System, Standard Operating Procedures, Regulations and other documents that may be appropriate at your workplace.
•  Maintain awareness and understanding of Newmont’s Environmental and Social Responsibility Policy and the operation’s ESR Statement of Commitment.
•  Identify and report HSLP, Environmental and Community Hazards. Participate in the control of these hazards where appropriate.
•  Understand the environmental impact of work activities, the environmental requirements of Standard Operating Procedures and the relevant elements of the management system (IMS) that applies to the role.
•  Respect and observe the rights of local communities.
•  Treat all employees, contractors and visitors with respect and communicate with them in an open and honest way.
•  Other duties as required.

Constraints, Framework & Boundaries
This position operates under the guidance of the Senior HSLP Co-ordinator, the HSLP Manager as well as the frameworks and procedures/protocols/licence established by the relevant Government Department, Newmont Ghana and its parent.

This position has the overall authority to approve the following:

•  Purchasing to the limit of $750 (budgeted)
•  Stores issues to the limit of $750

Challenges
The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to actively engage with line supervisors in the promotion of health safety and loss prevention.

Working Conditions/Environment

Working Relationships

Internal

•  Reports directly to the Senior HSLP Co-ordinator.
•  The position directly supports the HSLP Manager.
•  The position supports the Site Leadership Team and other site personnel.
•  The role necessitates a close working relationship with other HSLP team members.

External
The position is an active member of the broader Newmont team and must foster friendly and professional working relationships with all internal and external contacts. External contacts include Consultants, Contractors and Government Agencies.

External support resources include the HSLP Group Executive, HSLP Global Team and Safety professionals at other Newmont operations.

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Degree or Graduate Diploma in Health, Safety and Loss Prevention.
•  Minimum 5 years experience in working in the health and safety field in an extractive industry
•  Thorough understanding of Safety Management Systems.
•  Sound knowledge of risk management and loss prevention processes.
•  Accident/incident investigation experience.
•  Auditing, training and first aid qualifications desirable.
•  Excellent report writing skills
•  Strong presentation, organizational and communication skills
•  Competent in MS Office software
•  Current Driver’s License
•  Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislative requirements.
•  Ability to work effectively in a diverse work group.

Location: Ahafo

How To Apply For The Job

We encourage all candidates to apply online by visiting our website at:

www.Newmont.com/Join-Our-Team

•  Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
•  This position is Job #130662

Closing Date:  05 May, 2013

{Chirano Gold Mines Limited,Sefwi Chirano Near Bibiani,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Apr-2013};

Kinross is a Canadian-based Gold mining company with its head office in Toronto, and have mines and projects in the United States, Canada, Russia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Ghana and Mauritania, and employs approximately 7,000 people worldwide.
Our core values are putting people first, outstanding corporate citizenship, high performance culture and rigorous financial discipline. We are dynamic, innovative, and passionate about who we are and how we work, and we do not compromise when it comes to doing the right thing in the communities where we operate.

At Kinross, we pride ourselves on being skilled, responsible operators who strive not only to meet, but to exceed, regulatory requirements for both environmental and health and safety performance, wherever we operate. Putting people first is a core Kinross value, and our chief priority is to ensure the safety and well-being of every employee and contractor who works for us.

Job Summary

PURPOSE OF ROLE
To provide commercial, technical or legal services in respect of the acquisition of materials and services and the warehousing and distribution thereof.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS TO ACHIEVE OBJECTIVES

• Receiving of Purchase Requisitions.
• Contracts Writing /Placing of orders
• Administration And General Responsibilities
• Contracts Administration
• Health and Safety

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Receiving of Purchase Requisitions / Enquiry of Documents

• Clarify with the originator if necessary, the scope of the enquiry in relation to the originator’s instructions, ensuring that requirements are adequately described and the correct specifications and drawings are forwarded.
• Supervise the day today purchasing operations of the purchasing section and contract administrator if any.
• Defining the scope of the enquiry for Tender.
• Maintain the Supply Agreements for Inventory items.
• Train and assist the purchasing / Contracts Administrator Officers.
• Maintain sound ethical Standards within the department and report any deviations to materials Manager.
• Continuously seek Opportunities for improvement in the supply chain (lead times, pricing and contracts).
• Discussing, and if possible eliminating inconsistencies with tenders.
• Preparing tender analysis schedules summarizing prices and evaluating omissions and differences. Negotiating with the favored tenderers to remove, contain or limit risk areas and other contractual anomalies. Recommending the most commercially acceptable tender to the originator.
• Assist the Inventory Controller / Cataloguing officer as required.

2. Drafts contracts / order documents and amendments thereto by:

• Interpret and evaluate the originator’s instructions
• Ensure the scope of the contract / order /amendment is clear, comprehensive and free of ambiguities
• Advise chosen contractor / supplier is aware of the items and conditions of the contract / order
• Select the contract / order amendment clauses and conditions appropriate to the scope and type of contract / order / amendments
• Compile the contract / order / amendments
• Sign contracts / amendments within the prescribed signing limits in accordance with Company policy “Signing Authorities on contracts and Agreements” issued by the Manager – Commercial Services, from time to time
• Expediting the issues of the contract / order / amendment document
• Ensure that the “Excluded” supplier listing is strictly adhered to and that no contract/ order is awarded to companies appearing on the listing

3. Attend to administrative functions associated with enquiries, contracts / orders and amendments

• Report on the progress / status on all documents being prepared or administered by the incumbent and on all unprocessed work.
• Attend to contractual correspondence within their competence.
• Attend to other matters considered appropriate by the incumbent’s supervisor for the training or advancement of the incumbent.
• Effect cost containment / cost savings against end-user budget.
• Update the database with work progress.

4. Contracts Administration

• Advise Business Unit on the legal and commercial requirement and contents of the contractual process and Amendment packages
• Review tenders and receive tender analysis schedules to ascertain the effectiveness and appropriateness of the analysis and selected contractor
• Review contract /amendment documents and interpret the meaning and intent thereof. With regard to claims /disputes advise the parties regarding the legal, commercial and contractual position.
• Advise on the selection and / or modification of appropriate terms and condition for the scope and type of contract / amendment

5. To investigate and review the contractual process and report on weaknesses and deficiencies found therein:

• Identify potential for improving contractual conditions and work procedures and report thereon.
• Provide a consultancy service advising the Business Unit on any legal, commercial and/or contractual matters.
• Identify areas of potential risk and financial loss to the Business Units relating to contractual conditions, policies and procedures.
• Identify areas of potential financial loss/saving to the Business Unit relating to the control of work carried out and issued of materials.
• Investigate and advise Business Unit and contractors on the legal, commercial and contractual obligations during dispute resolutions.
• Negotiate the settlement of claims / disputes.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Degree in Business Administration and Social Sciences / Diploma in Purchasing & Supply, Stores • Management, Logistics or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• More than five (5) years’ working experience as a Senior Supply Staff in a Mining, Manufacturing, Retail Operations and Shipping industry.
• Knowledge in Logistics & Freight Forwarding will be an added advantage.
• Solid safety performance at the personal and professional level.
• Knowledge about contract law.
• Class B Driver’s License.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Good working knowledge with MS Office Suite especially in Excel, Word & PowerPoint.

Location: Sefwi Chirano Near Bibiani

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants with the requisite qualifications should please apply to the address below not later than 5th May, 2013 to:

Chiranohr.recruitment@kinross.com

or

The Human Resource Manager
Chirano Gold Mines Limited
P. O. Box 57
Bibiani

Applicants are to indicate the position in the subject area when applying online

Closing Date: 05 May, 2013

{Maxam,West Africa,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,19 Apr-2013};

Maxam, one of the leaders in the Mining services industry is looking for suitably qualified individuals to fill the above position.

Main Responsibilities:

•  Manage all activities related to Operations Planning, including the planning and control of flow of materials through the manufacturing process and delivery
•  Together with the Operations Manager, design and deploy planning processes at Subsidiary level to align with corporate policies
•  Develop plans to support the Sales Forecast
•  Ensure that the desired level of customer service is maintained
•  Interface between manufacturing planning & control, and the customers to keep a balance between demand and supply

Qualification Required & Experience

Skill and Competency Requirements:

•  Strategic and business vision
•  Project management and activity follow up
•  Internal and external client orientation
•  A University degree in Engineering or Business Administration
•  A minimum experience of five years’ in a logistics department preferably in a similar role
•  Knowledge of Global supply chain management principles, logistics regulation related to hazardous materials, Lean Manufacturing principles
•  Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel
•  Fluency in English, other languages are valued

Location: West Africa

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be forwarded to:

enyarko@maxam.net

Closing Date:  19 April, 2013

Applications should state the vacancy title in the subject line. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.