Environmental Monitoring Technician

About the role

AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited is redeveloping the Obuasi Gold Mine into a modern, efficient operation, with a fully mechanized underground mine producing up to 5,000 tonnes of ore per day. It is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Environmental Monitoring Technician based in Accra. The technician samples water, soil, air, noise and blast in line with the company's Standard Operating Procedures, ensures quality control through equipment calibration and trending, and keeps sample quality high through adherence to sampling protocols and record keeping.

Key responsibilities

• Implement environmental management programmes as directed by management
• Maintain knowledge of local environmental issues and focus on monitoring and compliance
• Sample water, dust, soils, noise, blast and other parameters as required
• Record field data professionally and report observations
• Maintain monitoring equipment and provide a timely inventory of consumables
• Assist in planning environmental inspections and audits, and inspect sampling points, reporting deviations
• Assist with ISO 14001 system and process audits
• Report incidents and assist in incident investigations when needed
• Participate in environmental education awareness programmes and help manage internal environmental permitting processes

Required profile

• HND in Laboratory Technology, Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Science
• At least one year of experience in environmental monitoring
• Valid driving licence

Required skills

• Applying knowledge of standards, methods and procedures to work situations
• Understanding of the need for continuous improvement
• Basic legal understanding
• Environmental, health and safety awareness
• Planning, hazard identification and risk assessment

To apply, use the online application form; the closing date is 15 September 2020.