Mechanical Technician - Shovel & Drill

<div><strong><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Workplace Type: Onsite </span></strong></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.</span></span></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ahafo South is Ghana’s largest gold mine and Newmont’s flagship operation in Africa. Commercial production began in 2006, and the site has produced more than 10 million ounces of gold. Located in Ghana’s Ahafo Region, Ahafo South operates both open-pit and underground mines and continues to grow, with new projects planned to extend production well beyond 2050. The mine plays an important role in the region as a major employer and a long-standing partner to its host communities. With a large and diverse workforce, many of whom come from neighbouring communities, Ahafo South has built a strong Always Safe culture supported by continuous learning, development and operational excellence. Joining Ahafo South offers the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career at the forefront of Ghana’s mining industry while contributing to an operation that creates lasting value for host communities and showcases Newmont’s commitment to responsible mining on a global stage.</span></p></div> <div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Your Impact:</H5> </div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>To conduct mechanical maintenance, deployment, troubleshooting, replacement, repair, and testing of equipment on drills, shovels and support equipment, according to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and safety standards to ensure equipment availability and optimal mining operations and production.</li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>As Part Of Our Team You Will:</H5> </div><div><p><strong>Mechanical Maintenance</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Perform preventive maintenance routines and inspections.</li><li>Generate a work order before the remedial or repair work is carried out.</li><li>Raise a job card for work to be carried out, if any problems are identified.</li><li>Accomplish work objectives by determining own work schedule, and coordinate with support services.</li><li>Attend to items on the maintenance planning schedule, as and when required.</li><li>Perform installations, maintenance, and repair activities, in accordance with OEM specifications.</li><li>Troubleshoot technical and/or operational problems.</li><li>Perform routine maintenance on all mechanical equipment and ensure effective functioning, including but not limited to maintenance of drills, shovels and support equipment.</li><li>Perform a variety of other maintenance tasks, such as breakdowns and preventative maintenance.</li><li>Disassemble and assemble various major components for repair works.</li><li>Ensure that all lock-out / tag-outs are completed, before any work is carried out.</li><li>Provide information in terms of sufficient spare availability and stock levels.</li><li>Assist specialists in making more complex repairs.</li><li>Work within established procedures and operating manuals, as set out by the OEMs and best practices.</li><li>Check that daily and rotational quality targets are achieved, including First Stop After PM (FSAPM), Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repairs (MTTR).</li><li>Conduct daily inspection and lube services to the machines</li><li>Collect oil samples from mining fleet using best practices to minimize contamination.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Troubleshooting</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Carry out inspection on all mechanical equipment daily and record all findings from the inspection.</li><li>Check all malfunctioned machinery and equipment, and conduct root cause analysis to diagnose whether to repair or replace.</li><li>Analyze specified problems and issues to find the best technical solutions within OEM specifications.</li><li>Strive to reduce downtime and minimize costs.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Reporting</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Maintain records of maintenance and repair work.</li><li>Produce daily reports indicating the jobs for the day and submit the report to the Supervisor.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Health, Safety and Environment</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Deliver own prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services, by applying Newmont’s Health, Safety and Environment systems, policies and protocols.</li><li>Inspect the equipment to check and identify any mechanical and basic electrical risks.</li><li>Attend all safety meetings.</li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist</H5> </div><div><p><strong>Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Mechanical Engineering Technician certificate.</li><li>Mechanic Trade training, apprenticeship.</li><li>MINCOM certified as Inspection Engineer is an advantage.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Additional Knowledge:</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Advanced knowledge of mechanical maintenance principles and industry standards.</li><li>Advanced knowledge and experience of maintaining Drills. Shovels and support equipment.</li><li>Knowledge of the work management process.</li><li>Knowledge of planning and scheduling.</li><li>Knowledge of CMMS/ERP.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Minimum of 3 years’ mechanical maintenance experience in a mining plant/process environment, preferably repairing and maintaining drills, shovels and support equipment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to read and understand technical documentation such as technical instructions, test procedures and technical manuals.</li><li>Ability to identify problems and report by using technical names of equipment parts.</li><li>Ability to utilize mechanical tools to install, maintain and repair equipment and power plant.</li><li>Ability to manage the quality of operations in accordance with the quality standards of the organisation and international best practices.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Behavioural Attributes:</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>Reliable and independent.</li><li>Safety conscious.</li><li>Detail focused.</li><li>Technically inclined.</li><li>Takes initiative.</li><li>Results driven.</li><li>Proactive.</li><li>Resilience.</li><li>Team player.</li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Your Work Environment:</H5> </div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li>The position is located at the Ahafo South mine site. </li></ul></div></div></div> <div><p><span>At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. 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