Shaft Maintenance Supervisor

About the role

The Shaft Maintenance Supervisor will lead the shaft maintenance team at the Obuasi Gold Mine, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operation of all shaft‑related activities. This role is critical to maintaining plant availability and supporting the mine’s long‑term production targets.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate, train and monitor cage operators and shaft maintenance technicians.
• Ensure all work complies with LI2182, company safety, engineering and environmental policies.
• Plan and execute statutory inspections, material transport and slinging operations.
• Maintain safety management plans and collect performance data to demonstrate compliance.
• Communicate environmental instructions and achieve zero reportable incidents.
• Define roles and accountabilities using AGA’s “How we Work” guidelines.
• Oversee timely completion of shaft refurbishment projects and adherence to project schedules.
• Develop and mentor skilled personnel, identifying and correcting sub‑standard practices.
• Collaborate with specialists to design, analyse and verify new shaft components.
• Manage departmental budget, evaluate cost impacts and implement cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Develop risk mitigation plans and ensure shaft availability aligns with the mine’s expected life.

Required profile

• Proven experience in shaft maintenance or similar underground mining environments.
• Strong knowledge of statutory inspection procedures and LI2182 compliance.
• Ability to lead, train and develop technical teams.
• Excellent risk assessment and budgeting skills.
• Commitment to safety, environmental standards and continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Statutory inspection and compliance procedures for underground shafts.
• Shaft refurbishment and maintenance techniques.
• Risk mitigation and safety management planning.