{Keegan Resources Ghana Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,20 Sep-2015};

This is a challenging and professionally rewarding opportunity that will allow the successful candidate to demonstrate his/her abilities.

Position: Unit Manager Plant Operations

Key Responsibilities:

•   Directs, maintains and enforces the safety and environmental programs for process operations;
•   Reviews safety policies and procedures to uphold best practice safety and environmental standards for all operations and metallurgical personnel;
•   Communicates and interacts directly with the process plant maintenance and laboratory personnel and Services Departments to coordinate operations in all process areas;
•   Manages and controls the plant operations and metallurgical personnel to implement effective operational work practices in all process areas;
•   Develops, implements and monitors short and medium term plans, budgets, goals and objectives, and focus on achieving the department’s objectives;
•   Ensures that plant operations and metallurgical staff are adequately trained, equipped and motivated to ensure achievement of plant operation in a safe, timely and cost effective manner;
•   Reviews the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimise unplanned downtime, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement;
•   Initiates and carries out projects that improves efficiency and/or reduces operating costs, and being prepared and able to make changes to realise continuous improvement;
•   Ensures Minerals Commission and other regulatory requirements relating to the process plant and TSF operation are met at all times;
•   Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Process Manager, to whom this position reports

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree or HND in Minerals, Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering, or similar/equivalent qualification, from a recognised tertiary institution;
•   Certificate of Competency (Superintendent &/or Manager) issued by Minerals Commission of Ghana;
•   10 years’ or more experience in process plant operations supervision &/or management; with extensive crushing, milling (SAG & ball mills), thickening, CIL & carbon treatment (acid wash, elution & regeneration) experience preferred.
•   Problem solving and decision making skills;
•   Ability to apply knowledge of standards, methods and procedures to work situation;
•   Dynamic knowledge and understanding of process plant operating & metallurgical practices;
•   Strong organisational and interpersonal skills;
•   Strong computer skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Projects, and Visio;
•   Medically fit for the position and environment;
•   Valid Ghanaian Driver’s license.

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

Please put the job title you are applying for in the email subject line.

Closing Date: 27 August, 2015

{Keegan Resources Ghana Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,20 Sep-2015};

This is a challenging and professionally rewarding opportunity that will allow the successful candidate to demonstrate his/her abilities.

Position: CONVEYOR BELT SPLICER

Key Responsibilities:

• Removal and installing of conveyor belts on conveyor installations;
• Splicing of conveyor belts;
• Clean conveyor belt and remove debris;
• Daily inspection and maintenance of conveyor belts;
• Perform other related duties that may be assigned by supervisor.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of Middle School Leaving Certificate or Junior High School Certificate with NVTI grade 1 in relevant discipline;
•   Certificate in conveyor belt operation;
•   2-­? 3 years working experience as a Belt Splicer in a processing plant;
•   Well developed oral and written communication skills as well as ability to interact with people of diverse culture;
•   A team player with good interpersonal and problem solving skills;
•   Should be able to work with less supervision; and
•   A valid driving license and proficiency in driving light vehicle.

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

Please put the job title you are applying for in the email subject line.

Closing Date: 24 August, 2015

{Keegan Resources Ghana Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2015};

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

Position: Drill and Blast Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

•   Implement and maintain safety, health and environmental policies and procedures, and ensure to maintain a healthy working environment;
•   Ensure that drilling areas are available at all times to minimize standby hours;
•   Liaise with mining contractor to schedule drill rigs to work safely and productively;
•   Liaise with mining contractor to schedule blast and blast notification;
•   Monitor and ensure that drill and blast activities are executed according to design;
•   Ensure that blasting is conducted in a productive and environmentally friendly manner to meet EPA standards;
•   Supervise drilling contractors and explosive suppliers to operate efficiently;
•   Work with mining contractor to design drill and blast patterns according to mining plans;
•   Compile daily drill and blast statistical data;
•   Prepare end of month explosive consumption reports;
•   Prepare end of month drill and blast reports;
•   Liaise with African Explosive Limited in all blasting related issues;
•   Supervise the use of explosives consumption level by contractor;
•   Provide consultancy and advice on drilling blasting;
•   Manage monthly budgets and keeping detailed records;

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BSc. in Mining Engineering with at least three (3) years experience in a mining company;
•   Must have a Blasting certificate of competency and Mine Captain Certificate;
•   A proven knowledge and experience in open pit drill and blast operations;
•   A sound knowledge in drill and blast software – shotplus and MS Office;
•   Excellent technical report writing and documentation skills;
•   Good written and verbal communication skills;
•   Flexible to work extended hours to accomplish job requirements;
•   Must be able to work with minimum supervision;
•   Must possess a valid Ghanaian drivers’ license.

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

Please put the job title you are applying for in the email subject line.

Closing Date: 18 July, 2015

{Keegan Resources Ghana Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Jul-2015};

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

Position: Reliability Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

•   Gathers and examines basic reliability data from field studies or data base and correlates the data for analysis using well defined engineering techniques/ principles/procedures;
•   Develop reliability based culture across the engineering department;
•   Establish and implement reliability process in alignment with the department goals and objectives;
•   Ensure that maintenance personnel are trained in and practicing root cause failures analysis tools to avoid future failures and reducing operating costs;
•   Performs detailed/routine engineering calculations involving relatively simple tests on less complicated system details where ingenuity and high level of judgment is not required;
•   Sustains reliability processes and condition monitoring programs involving Predictive Maintenance techniques such oil analysis, thermographs, vibration, motor current analysis;
•   Prepares diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations and report for defining reliability problems and makes recommendations for improvements;
•   Provides Leadership to a team of Maintenance Engineers, Condition Monitoring Technicians, Planners and Maintenance Technicians;
•   Develops systems to allow equipment performance data to be analyzed and reliability opportunities identified; and
•   Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BSc. Degree in Mechanical or Reliability Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution;
•   Certified Level I in almost all Predictive Maintenance Techniques;
•   Five (5) years experience in reliability and maintenance of mining and process equipment;
•   Problem solving and decision making skills
•   Ability to apply knowledge of standards, methods and procedures to work situation
•   Dynamic knowledge and understanding of engineering practices in the Mining environment;
•   Strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
•   Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, database management;
•   Medically fit for the position and environment;
•   Valid Ghanaian Driver’s license.

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

Please put the job title you are applying for in the email subject line.

Closing Date: 14 July, 2015

{Keegan Resources Ghana Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Jul-2015};

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

Position: Unit Manager Maintenance Planning

Key Responsibilities:

•   Participate in planned maintenance objective setting, and performance review of plant performance;
•   Develop and maintain a fully functional Maintenance Planning Office;
•   Ensure that all maintenance works are planned, scheduled and coordinated optimally during execution;
•   Prepares reports, analyses data and makes recommendations for improving plant operations and solving maintenance-related problems;
•   Tracks, analyses and improves key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM Compliance, schedule compliance, etc.
•   Reviews the operations of plant equipment and systems constantly with the sectional heads to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement;
•   Monitors the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies and equipment and initiates reordering when necessary;
•   Establishes and maintains a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking work orders, spare parts and maintenance history of plant equipment;
•   Ensures that planners, supervisors, engineers and maintenance technicians are adequately trained with regards to the maintenance system and practices, equipped and motivated so that the maintenance program can be accomplished in a safe, timely and cost effective manner;
•   Conduct employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine competency, knowledge and contribution of the maintenance planners;
•   Develops, maintains and update operating and training manuals for the department;

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree or HND in Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution;
•   Certificate in Maintenance Planning and scheduling;
•   5 years’ experience in the maintenance of mining and process equipment;
•   Initiates project that improves plant efficiency and reduces operating cost;
•   Problem solving and decision making skills;
•   Ability to apply knowledge of standards, methods and procedures to work situation;
•   Must have Dynamic knowledge and understanding of engineering practices in the Mining environment;
•   Strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
•   Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, database management;
•   Medically fit for the position and environment;
•   Valid Ghanaian Driver’s license.

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

Please put the job title you are applying for in the email subject line.

Closing Date: 14 July, 2015