Chief Engineer at Abosso Goldfields Limited

• Drive sound principles of Health and Safety in line with Gold Fields standards and procedures.
• Set and commit to the achievement of equipment and plant availability and performance targets.
• Develop and implement effective engineering standards and procedures in compliance with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements.
• Assist in delivering engineering services to meet the standards and requirements of relevant governmental agencies.
• Drive operational cost control and maintain expenditure within approved budgets.
• Develop the skills and competencies of subordinates to ensure a pipeline of talent required to deliver the business objectives.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Must be a corporate member of Ghana Institution of Engineers.
• Sound understanding and demonstrated expertise in high and medium voltage power systems.
• A sound understanding and experience in process control systems.
• Must possess an Engineering Superintendent Certificate of Competency from the Minerals Commission.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of technical experience in a maintenance function on process plant.
• A minimum of three (3) years of management experience at the level of Plant Superintendent or Plant Engineer.
• Considerable knowledge and experience in working on the gold processing plant.
• Sound business acumen and the ability to influence the main cost drivers in a plant environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken, as well as the ability to interact with people of diverse cultures.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, MS Project, CAD as well as working knowledge of SAP planned maintenance (PM).
• Medically fit for the position and environment.
• Knowledge of first aid and mine emergency procedure.
• A valid Ghanaian driver’s license and proficiency in driving light vehicles.