Job Summary
Company: AngloGold Ashanti LTD
Category: Engineering
Location: Obuasi
Job status: Full-Time
Salary: GH
Education: N/A
Experience: 1 years
Job expires: 15 Oct-2026
OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE
• Report to the Electrical Supervisor – Underground and execute electrical maintenance, repairs and installations for underground electrical infrastructure across day and night shift in a safe and compliant manner.
• Monitor, inspect and execute planned electrical maintenance works to ensure equipment is maintained to original equipment manufacturer standards and handed over in a timely manner for safe and efficient use.
• Support maximum equipment and power availability through compliant maintenance and installation of underground electrical systems and by providing timely information on equipment performance and status.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Work according to total quality management principles and support zero defect and safety objectives.
• Comply with Government of Ghana agencies requirements, environmental, health and safety legislation, and AGAG regulations.
• Accept personal responsibility for own health and safety and that of every mine worker affected by the work.
• Ensure compliance to safety leading indicators and lead by example to create a safe working environment where risks are assessed and managed.
• Use inspections, audits, JHA and other elements of the Safety Management System and ensure compliance individually and as a team.
• Assist with timely investigation of injuries, illness and incidents and support action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Assist to conduct periodic safety audits of the underground electrical infrastructure.
• Report hazards associated with the work and execute corrective actions in a timely manner to prevent damage to equipment, personnel and the environment.
• Adhere to the site Environmental Management Plan and comply with operating procedures and environmental rules for the assigned job.
• Implement maintenance and operational activities in accordance with Government of Ghana conditions of approvals and the site Aspect Register related to the section.
• Correct or report to the Electrical Supervisor – Underground any observed environmental deviations, practices and conditions, and suggest improvements to environmental management.
• Gather information for the Electrical Supervisor – Underground for reporting performance.
• Actively work according to AGA’s How we Work guidelines.
• Attend training, development and performance improvement training as required.
• Maintain good and effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, superintendents and management.
• Interface with contractors and or the construction team regarding electrical work tasks for project work and planned works supporting the overall work plan, schedule and expectations.
• Execute electrical refurbishment and maintenance work items as tasked in compliance with relevant Government of Ghana and AGAG regulations.
• Execute daily pre-start checks of equipment and tools prior to leaving the workshop and escalate any anomalies.
• Assess equipment required for completion of tasked work, create checklists and transport all tools necessary for task completion.
• Recognize machine and electrical equipment anomalies that indicate a requirement for maintenance, and report and escalate them.
• Provide data and information to support the Maintenance Planner and Electrical Supervisor to close out work orders in SAP on completion of underground maintenance activities.
• Carry out work in a cost-effective manner and identify and communicate potential cost reduction initiatives.
• Execute work in a timely manner.
• Monitor equipment performance on the asset health system and take proactive measures to address symptoms of potential failure.
• Report directly to the Electrical Supervisor – Underground and report all electrical issues to the Electrical Supervisor – Underground.
• Stop equipment from working if there is a high risk or it is unsafe to be used and escalate to the supervisor.
Qualification Required & Experience
• Minimum of Electrical Engineering Technician Certificate Part II or City and Guilds electrical certificate Part II.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in Engineering Technology or related field.
Experience
• 1-2 years in technical roles, preferably in electrical underground infrastructure within the mining industry.
Knowledge & Skills
• Technical proficiency in electrical underground equipment and systems works.
• Knowledge in troubleshooting faults and repair of electrical systems.
• Familiarity with Ghana Minerals and Mining Health Safety and Technical Regulation.
• Strong underground electrical fixed and mobile plant and equipment maintenance, repairs and installation capability.
• Sound knowledge in electrical standards and specifications.
• Fully competent in electrical trade.
• Good knowledge in troubleshooting faults and repair of underground electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Ability to identify solutions to problems.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to work to obtain the required results.
• Ability to communicate technical issues both orally and in writing.
• Fully literate and numerate.
• Model work behaviors consistent with company values.
• Create an environment of teamwork and willingness to help coworkers.
• Able to work with different kinds of people.
Location: Obuasi
How To Apply For The Job
To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Closing Date: 15 October, 2026
