Technical Aid 2 – Exploration at GGML | May 2024

ABOUT GEITA GOLD MINING LTD

Geita Gold Mining Ltd (GGML) is Tanzania’s leading gold producer with a single operation in Geita Region. The company is a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, an international gold producer headquartered in Denver, USA. AGA has operations in more than ten countries across four continents. The mine is situated in the Lake Victoria Gold fields of Northwestern Tanzania, only about 120 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s Southeast of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. The company has its main office and operations in Geita, only 5 Km’s west of the fast-growing town of Geita, and a supporting office in Dar es Salaam. Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic and performance driven individuals to fill in vacant position(s) mentioned below:

Position:                                                Technical Aid 2 – Exploration

Contract type & Duration:                      Specified Time Contract (Two years Contract)

Department:                                           Geology

               Reporting to:                                          Supervisor -Exploration (Core Shed).

Number of Positions:                             One (1)

GGML is an equal opportunity employer.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The purpose of the role is to support and assist Core Shed supervisor on the day-to-day Core shed technical activities (core processing) in accordance with standard work procedures.

                    QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or above qualification in Mineral Exploration with minimum 1 year experience in exploration

            or 

• Diploma or above qualification in other discipline with Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Exploration or Mining Environment

        or

• O – Level Education with experience of not less than 5 years on Exploration
• Valid Tanzanian driving license will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 1 year working experience for candidate with Diploma in Mineral exploration or above, 3 years’ experience in related position for a candidate with Diploma or above, candidates with ordinary level education should have 5+ years of experience in related field.                 

                 MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Determine what could go wrong and what needs to be done to work safely before starting a task and help others to work safely.
• Identify, understand, and address safety hazards and risks related to the task.
• Learn and execute the Safety practices required for the task.
• Continually look for new hazards in the workplace and report them to Supervisor.
• Continually look for new hazards in the workplace and report them to Supervisor.
• Promptly report all injuries, illnesses, and incidents
• Suggest ways of improving Safety performance within Geology department
• Speak up if he/she thinks that the task cannot be done safely and courage to talk to Supervisor he/she thinks of being unable to work at his/her best.
• Plan and arrange the core shed logistics related to the task to ensure timely availability of equipment, drivers, samplers, and assistants.
• Monitor quality of drill cores brought at Core Shed
• Lead Samplers and Assistants on core marking, cutting, sampling, core photographing, S.G data capture and cutting.
• Demonstrate ability to use GPS for navigation and basic knowledge on map reading for locating geological points.
• Demonstrate ability to prepare daily work reports and proper handover at end of the shift.
• Conduct core logging (Geotech A)
• Conduct core marking.

                         ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• MS excels
• MS world

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Please apply through our recruitment portal by clicking APPLY NOW button below
• On the portal you will be required to upload your detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, e- mail and telephone contacts, names and addresses of three referees. Please do not attach certificates that are not related to the qualifications stated above.
• You will also be required to upload a cover / application letter addressed to “Senior Manager Human Resources”, Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be “Technical Aid 2 – Exploration”
• If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website https://www.geitamine.com/en/people/  for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs on our recruitment portal (SuccessFactors).
• You will be required to present original certificates if you are contacted for interviews.
• Internal Applicants (those currently employed by AngloGold Ashanti) must have their application letter endorsed by their Head of Department (HOD) or Manager once Removed (MoR).

               APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• Applications should reach the above on or before 02 June 2024 at 5:30 PM.
•  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews

BEWARE OF CONMEN! GGML does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately to our Security Department, Investigation Unit, by calling +255282160140 Ext 1559 (rates apply) or use our whistle-blowing channels by sending an SMS to +27735738075 (SMS rates apply) or emailing  speakupAGA@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com