Electrical Technician – Winders (Obuasi Mine)

About the role

The Electrical Technician – Winders will join the underground mining team at the Obuasi Gold Mine, supporting the fully mechanised winding operation. The role involves maintaining winders, associated lighting, signals, de‑watering systems and conveyors in a safe, compliant manner.

Key responsibilities

• Perform electrical refurbishment and routine maintenance on winders, winder houses, shaft bank areas, de‑watering equipment and conveyors.
• Carry out daily pre‑start checks of tools and equipment and report any anomalies.
• Interface with contractors and construction teams to coordinate mechanical and electrical tasks.
• Document work completion and support the Maintenance Planner by closing work orders in SAP.
• Ensure all activities comply with Ghanaian government regulations, AGAG safety standards and LI2182 requirements.

Required profile

• Secondary education level with a certified mechanical/electrical trade apprenticeship (e.g., City & Guilds).
• Minimum five (5) years post‑apprenticeship experience in electrical work on winding equipment.
• Familiarity with Ghana Minerals and Mining (Health, Safety and Technical) regulations.
• Fully literate and numerate.

Required skills

• Electrical trade competence, including refurbishment and maintenance of winding equipment.
• Knowledge of crane safe operation.
• Experience using SAP for maintenance work order management.
• Ability to conduct pre‑start equipment checks and recognise maintenance‑related anomalies.