Golden Star Resources (GSR) Seeks Undeground Maintenance Superintendent

Golden Star Resources (GSR) has maintenance engineering job/vacancies in Ghana to hire Undeground Maintenance Superintendent. We are a growing mining Company with two operating mines in Ghana, Golden Star (Bogoso/Prestea) Limited and Golden Star (Wassa) Limited and other projects at various stage of development. JOB SUMMARY Company: Golden Star Resources Industry: Mining Category: Engineering Location: Bogoso/Prestea Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: University degree Experience: 6 years Job Expires: 05 Feb, 2013 Job Description The Company's Prestea underground operation is seeking to recruit suitably qualified Ghanaian for appointment as: Underground Maintenance Superintendent. Responsibilities: Responsible for all maintenance activities and compliance with statutory regulations Prepare and implement maintenance schedules, equipment requirements and cost estimates; Ensure routine monitoring is carried out to meet compliance with company and regulatory standards; Design and implement pumping and other maintenance systems; Undertake studies and implement findings to optimise maintenance operations; Initiate and carry out projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs Review the operation of maintenance equipment and systems constantly to minimise unplanned downtime anticipate solutions to problems in a timely manner and identify opportunities for improvement; Ensure Minerals Commission and Machinery Inspection regulations relating to maintenance are met at all times; Ensure Maintenance staff are adequately trained, equipped and motivated to accomplish maintenance programs in a safe timely and cost effective manner; Present Monthly reports on maintenance works and provide explanations to deviations from plan; Ensure maximum safe working environment is maintained at all times and that all work is carried out with respect to the company's safety & health and environment policies; and Perform any other related duties assigned from time to time by supervisor Required Skills or Experience Qualifications and Required Competencies: Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics engineering with at least six (6) years hands-on experience in surface and underground equipment maintenance; Fluent with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Ability to estimate equipment requirements and selection of appropriate equipment; Ability to maintain and calibrate technical equipment; Effective budgeting, planning and scheduling skills for both production and projects Knowedge in operations of undergrouund dewatering equipment; Knowledge in basic electrical reticulations; Problem-solving and decision-making skills; Effective management skillls and ability to train and mentor others; Willing to work extended hours to achieve tight deadlines Effective communication skills - both written and oral; Flexible rotations if critical circumstances need attention including night shift; High regard for safe work practices and procedures; Must possess a valid Ghanaian driver's licence; Must be a member of the Ghana Institute of Engineers  How To Apply Interested persons should send application letters, CVs, and copies of relevant academic documents to: mephraim@gsrgh.com or The Human Resource & Administration Manager Golden Star (Bogoso/Prestea) Limited P. O. Box 16075 Accra Website: www.gsr.com    Search for Other Jobs Here