Electrical Technician – Underground

About the role

AngloGold Ashanti Ghana is redeveloping the Obuasi Gold Mine and seeks an experienced Electrical Technician to support the fully mechanised underground operation. The role involves maintaining and refurbishing electrical systems such as secondary fans, sub‑stations and cable networks, ensuring safe and compliant operation in a challenging underground environment.

Key responsibilities

• Execute electrical refurbishment and routine maintenance on secondary fans, sub‑stations and cable installations.
• Perform daily pre‑start checks of tools and equipment and report any anomalies.
• Coordinate with contractors and construction teams to align work with the overall refurbishment schedule.
• Provide data to the Maintenance Planner and close work orders in SAP upon completion.
• Identify potential equipment failures, operate within safe working envelopes and adhere to Ghanaian and AGAG safety and environmental regulations.

Required profile

• Secondary education with a recognised electrical trade apprenticeship (e.g., City & Guilds).
• Minimum five years post‑apprenticeship experience in electrical maintenance.
• Familiarity with Ghana Minerals and Mining (Health, Safety and Technical) Regulations.
• Ability to work safely in an underground mining environment and accept personal responsibility for health and safety.

Required skills

• Electrical maintenance of fans, sub‑stations and cable systems.
• Cable laying and running.
• Use of SAP for work order management.
• Crane safe operation.