Reliability Engineer - Mobile Maintenance

Asante Gold Corporation View all jobs

  • Ghana
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Asante Gold Corporation is a gold exploration, development and operating company with a high-quality portfolio of projects and mines in Ghana. Asante is currently operating the Bibiani and Chirano Gold Mines and continues with detailed technical studies at its Kubi Gold Project for early production.All mines and projects are located on the prolific Bibiani and Ashanti Gold Belts. Asante is also exploring its Keyhole, Fahiakoba, and Betenase projects for new discoveries, all adjoining or along strike of major gold mines near the centre of Ghana's Golden Triangle. Asante is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange and the OTCQX Market. We co-listed our shares on the Ghana Stock Exchange to allow a whole new group of Ghanaian investors the opportunity to invest in the growth of their own local gold mining industry.Asante has an experienced and skilled team of mine finders, builders and operators, with extensive experience in Ghana. Our experienced team members are our most precious asset, having discovered, explored and developed more than 24Moz of gold resources and reserves in Ghana; and having managed Ghana's largest underground mineAbout This RoleThe purpose of this role is to ensure the integrity, safety, and efficiency of equipment and systems across the Process Plant and mining operations through robust quality assurance, quality control, and reliability practices. The role provides technical leadership in inspections, equipment performance management and reliability engineering, ensuring that assets operate optimally throughout their lifecycle.Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate equipment failure modes and implement corrective actions to eliminate or reduce recurrence.
  • Review engineering specifications and drawings recommending design improvements to enhance reliability.
  • Conduct alignment checks, vibration monitoring and thermographic analysis of critical equipment.
  • Monitor equipment performance, analyze failure history and identify trends for reliability improvement.
  • Inspect and sign off quality assurance and control documents to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Ensure safe execution of plant and equipment installations with a focus on maintainability.
  • Supervise condition monitoring activities and ensure tools and systems are properly maintained and calibrated.
  • Collaborate with other mine sites to share and adopt best practices in reliability engineering.
  • Provide technical input during design reviews and project planning sessions.
  • Set performance targets for Condition Monitoring and Lubrication Technicians and monitor progress.
  • Mentor, coach and develop technical staff to support succession planning and team growth.
  • Observe operations for non-compliance with legal or corporate requirements and escalate issues.
  • Participate in inspections, audits and investigations, ensuring timely completion of remedial actions.
  • Support continuous improvement and CSR initiatives across engineering operations.
  • Administer the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance program, regularly reviewing checklist quality and frequency.
  • Develop and maintain constructive relationships with external stakeholders including contractors and service providers.
  • Coordinate and participate in advanced detection activities including vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasonic testing, infrared inspections and non-destructive testing.
  • Develop cost-effective lubrication strategies to maximize equipment life and reliability.
  • Analyse maintenance reports to ensure timely planning and execution of repairs before equipment deterioration.
  • Interface with Maintenance and Operations teams to prioritize inspections and repair work.
  • Manage equipment history records to support maintenance planning and environmental compliance.
  • Conduct reliability studies to reduce maintenance costs and improve equipment performance.
  • Provide leadership in implementing maintenance tools, systems, and standards across the plant.
  • Develop and maintain maintenance standards and advise on recurring issues and improvement opportunities which should be addressed on a regular basis.
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Education, Work Experience & Key Competencies
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering discipline from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in reliability engineering, preferably within the mining industry.
  • Certificate of Competency issued by the Mines Inspectorate Division of the Minerals Commission is desirable.
  • Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Strong knowledge of condition monitoring techniques including vibration analysis and thermography.
  • Solid understanding of reliability-centered maintenance and equipment design principles.
  • Analytical reporting and problem-solving skills to support decision-making.
  • Maintenance downtime analysis using MTBF and MTTR.
  • Troubleshooting, Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
  • Team player with a strong safety mindset.

Asante Gold Corporation