Heavy Mobile Equipment and Plant Operator by Newmont Mining Corporation

• To operate the underground mine infrastructure plant and mobile equipment with the aim of delivering optimum mine productivity whilst maintaining the highest standards regarding safety, efficiency and good housekeeping.

• Operate the mine dewatering system, mobile equipment and other underground mine infrastructure to ensure they are working safely and efficiently to meet the needs of the business.
• Operate mobile equipment for waste pass operation, ore loading and spreading at stockpile areas and removal of mine dewatering system waste.
• Ensure adherence to operating parameters, follow instructions from the supervisor and make the required decisions on operating conditions/parameters and take necessary corrective action to minimize operational variations.
• Report sectional deviations to the supervisor for corrective actions to be put in place; requirement for spares, materials and consumables and assist with maintaining such items in an orderly manner.
• Coordinate production shutdowns and start-ups of the underground mine infrastructure to minimize delays.
• Maintain a high housekeeping standard in the areas of underground mine infrastructure.
• Provide input into daily operational issues regarding areas affected to the operations supervisor/General Foreman.
• Operate Loader machinery according to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Sewage Treatment Plant (STP).
• Operate both the CAT992K and CAT992G safety and competent.
• Conduct post-shift inspections regarding hazards and defects identified and communicate to Control room/Supervisor and the incoming operators for the smooth running of operations.
• Monitor the condition of loader ground Engaging Tools and report any deficiencies.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs which will assist in enhancing the performance of the underground mine operation.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of procedural and operational projects and changes within the underground mine infrastructure areas by following the change management procedure.
• Complete all tasks identified in the underground mine infrastructure operations MOS elements to the specified quality and timeliness as assigned to this role.
• Provide input into the development and review of the underground mine infrastructure operations Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), management plans and operating procedures and guidelines.
• Work in conjunction with the maintenance and planning teams to assist with the efficient planning and execution of maintenance activities and plant shutdowns.
• Ensure the proper use and storage of mobile equipment.
• Perform other tasks or duties within the individual's skill set as directed by the Supervisor, General foreman or senior mine officials.

• Act in the position of operations supervisor as and when required to do so to provide consistent and continuous plant operation.
• Oversee the plant operation during each shift and monitor results and quality at each operation stage.
• Conduct plant and equipment inspections as required.
• Provide hands-on assistance during operational and maintenance activities and ensure that safe work practices are followed.
• Provide on-the-job training as required.
• Participate in training programs as required.

• Conform to all HSLP, Environment and Social Responsibility requirements under Newmont's Integrated Management System.
• Accept responsibility for one's own health and safety.
• Provide recommendations to ensure that safe work practices are followed.
• Ensure the isolation / de-isolation of the underground mine infrastructure equipment.
• Attend and participate in periodic safety meetings, inspections and audits.
• Adhere to all security procedures to minimize the opportunities for theft of material or company property.
• Support and conduct risk assessments for tasks and provide advice for operational safety.
• Actively promote safety in the workplace both within and external to the operations team.

• Participate in shift handover meetings with the relevant shift/crew and transfer applicable information.
• Communicate job requirements and work standards to the maintenance and operations team members.
• Prepare shift production and operating reports, complete work requests, and prepare employee time sheets and attendance reports.
• Complete reports accurately detailing production variances, restrictions, hazards, maintenance requirements and corrective actions.
• Produce a daily shift report and submit the report to the operations supervisor.
• Liaise with the compilation of incident / accident reports, where required.
• Enhance communication through regular feedback, contact, meetings, and briefings, etc.

• Ensure operations and maintenance personnel with troubleshooting plant and equipment defects/malfunctions.
• Perform equipment isolations if authorized, as and when required to do so in accordance to established procedures.
• Work with the operations and maintenance teams to achieve efficient plant and equipment performance and availability.
• Work with operations and maintenance personnel to efficiently rectify plant and equipment breakdowns.
• Liaise with the maintenance personnel in the performance of maintenance activities as and when required.

• A trade qualification in a Mining Operation, Mechanical, Electrical or related field is highly desirable.
• Completion of WASSCE or equivalent is essential.
• A valid Ghanaian driver's license to operate earth moving machinery is essential.
• MINCOM certification for front end loader is added advantage.

• Minimum of 4 - 6 years' experience with the operation of industrial process equipment is essential.
• Experience operating mobile earth moving machinery is essential with code E vehicle in a mining environment.
• Experience in metalliferous mining is highly desirable.
• Previous process operating experience, particularly with crushing plants is highly desirable.

• Proactive and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess Mincom certification of operator equipment.
• Information monitoring and management skills.
• Possess good planning and organizing skills.
• Possess good time management and task prioritization skills.

• Assertive.
• Reliable.
• Safety conscious.
• Takes initiative.
• Neat, tidy, and well organized.
• Results orientated.
• Proactive.
• Pay attention to detail.
• Follow through on tasks.
• Team player.
• Be able to work to deadlines.
• Flexible in the approach to work.
• Deliver work to a high standard of quality.

• Position is located at the Ahafo South Underground.
• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Physical Demands: while performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to work in a confined space and will be exposed to extreme vibration.
• Work Environment: the employee is required to operate in safety-critical environment with hazardous materials and potentially harmful/dangerous machinery and equipment. The employee is frequently exposed to noise more than 85 decibels and to fumes, high temperature hazardous materials, sharp edges, dust, pinch-points, vibration, slippery surfaces etc. The incumbent will regularly lift heavy materials and / or operate heavy machinery.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): work requires mandatory PPE such as helmet, goggles, high visible clothing, safety harness, ear plugs and dust mask according to working conditions.
• The incumbent occasionally must work overtime.

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