Cost Modelling Specialist

About the role

Support the integration of accurate cost, productivity and financial assumptions into the medium‑term planning framework for the Obuasi Gold Mine. The role ensures planning decisions are based on validated cost models, operational performance data and realistic production assumptions aligned with the Life of Mine strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update cost models for labour, equipment, material, development and stope‑related unit rates.
• Provide validated cost inputs to Deswik schedules and prepare regular cost modelling reports and dashboards.
• Conduct variance analysis and reconciliation between planned and actual costs, physicals and productivity.
• Coordinate with production engineering, LOM planning, mine operations and finance to align physical schedules with financial expectations.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Mining, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum three years’ experience in underground mining, technical services, business analysis or cost modelling.
• Valid Ghanaian manual driver’s licence and ability to work underground as required.

Required skills

• Deswik (or similar mine‑planning software).
• Microsoft Excel for data analysis, forecasting and dashboards.
• Cost modelling, budgeting and financial analysis.
• Variance analysis and reconciliation processes.

What we offer

• Medical insurance and employee assistance programmes.
• Wellbeing initiatives and company‑supported pension contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave and public holidays in line with company policy.
• Equal employment opportunity and inclusive workplace culture.