Engineering Manager - Mining

About the role

Asante Gold Corporation, a gold exploration, development and operating company in Ghana, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the installation, testing, operation, maintenance and repair of site facilities and equipment. The role drives continuous improvement, engineering standards and best practices, and covers site-wide responsibility for AGBL and all contractors on site.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage surface and underground engineering maintenance and services, ensuring adherence to AGBL standards, processes, systems and procedures.
• Direct execution planning, design, engineering, procurement, cost, scheduling and construction activities by coordinating internal departments, project teams and external consultants.
• Define targets and priorities for the Engineering team and lead electrical, mechanical and civil engineering to improve performance.
• Develop systems and measures to assess engineering performance and review progress against targets.
• Review, evaluate and approve contracts for consultants and contractors within the defined authority.
• Oversee proposals and cost estimates, schedule work to meet completion dates and technical specifications, and advise the General Manager and production team.
• Liaise with operations so that plant downtimes are coordinated effectively.
• Manage the human, financial and operational resources of the Engineering department, formulate annual operating and capital budgets, authorise major repairs or modifications, and monitor spending.

Required profile

• BSc in Mechanical, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering.
• Engineering Manager's Certificate of Competency issued by the Minerals Commission.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, with 5 years in a management role in a mining environment, covering both underground and surface mining.
• Complete understanding of mine and maintenance operations and experience leading teams in the mining industry.

Required skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organisational and analytical skills.
• High computer literacy, including Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.