Job Opportunity at Geita Gold Mining Ltd,Trainee Dump Truck Operator

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 (AGA), an international gold producer headquartered in South Africa, with operations in more than ten countries, in four continents. The mine is situated in the Lake Victoria Gold fields of North Western Tanzania, only about 85 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s South East of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. The company has its head office in Geita, only 5 Km’s west of the fast-growing town of Geita, and also 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:   Trainee Dump Truck Operator

Contract type & Duration:  One (1) year fixed term contract 

Department:   Open Pit Mining

Reporting to:  Supervisor – Mining

Number of Positions:  Five (5)

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Selected candidates will first go through a practical training and assessment programme before they are considered for a role as a Dump Truck Operator, subject to qualifying as a competent operator. A Dump Truck Operator role is responsible for operating a dump truck for the purpose of mining operations, to perform preventative and general inspection on equipment, delivering work to plan and ensuring safety pocesses and practices are followed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum certificate of Secondary School Education (CSEE)
• A valid Tanzania Driver’s license class B & D or higher

EXPERIENCE:

• Be physically and mentally fit to operate a heavy mining equipment (Dump Truck).
• Selected candidates must be able to pass a ‘Dover test’ before they are appointed as trainees.
• Appointment also subject to thorough medical check-up by authorized medical practitioner.

MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Adhere to all training instructions from qualified equipment trainers and supervisors.
• Take reasonable care to protect his or her health and safety, and that of other persons who may be affected by any act or omission thereof during performance of duty.
• Be proactive in all aspects of operational safety and work as team member within the mining department.
• Perform safety pre-start checks on equipment.
• Report faults in equipment timeously to supervisor or dispatch.
• Comply with standard Operating Procedures and working Practices.
• Haul materials to ore stockpiles and waste dumps.
• Minimize spotting, maneuverings, dumping and refueling times.
• Work collaterally with Excavator operator to ensure trucks are loaded at optimal capacity.
• Demonstrate competency in operating modular according to standards.
• Respond to dispatch requests timeously.
• Always adhere to lawful production instructions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Good team player.
• Fluency in Kiswahili or English or both.
• Be able to work at minimum supervision.

MODE OF APPLICATION:

Please apply through our recruitment portal by clicking the ‘APPLY‘ 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 “Trainee Dump Truck Operator”

If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website https://ift.tt/3tzeoor  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 31st January 2022 at 5:30 Pm

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

NOTE ON COVID-19 PREVENTION:

Please note when you are invited for interviews, you will be required to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (Covid-19 vaccination certificate) or if you are not vaccinated, please go for a Covid-19 test and obtain a 96 – hour valid PCR Covid-19 negative certificate.

You are also advised to adhere to all recommended prevention measures including proper wearing of face masks and washing or sanitizing your hands before you are allowed through Geita Gold Mine entry points.

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 +255 28 216 01 40 Ext 1559 (rates apply) or use our whistle-blowing channels by sending an SMS to +27 73 573 8075 (SMS rates apply) or emailing 24cthonesty@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com

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