AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited, Obuasi Gold Mine is currently near completion of the redevelopment phase to become a modern, efficient and long-term profitable operation. The underground mining operation has been fully mechanized and designed to produce up to an average maximum of 5,000 t/day of ore mined.
We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our dedicated team as
Job Description
Job Title: Laboratory Technologist .
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
The Oil Lab Technologist is responsible for performing all analytical testing for mining production, process, and other engineering-related samples. The role holder will assist the Tribologist in ensuring that all diagnostic tests on oil samples are done according to standards.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Work according to total quality management principles & ensure zero defect objectives & safety
- Adhere to site’s Environmental Management Plan
- Assist Tribologist in Oil Sample analysis and other related work
- Receiving, registering and preparing specimens and samples for analyzes
- Management of samples received in the laboratory
- To analyze, compute and record sample test data and results, using computer-controlled laboratory apparatus and instruments in conjunction with the integrated LIMS automatic data transfer system
- Carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses.
- Performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support investigations.
- Liaising with field engineers for samples collection, submissions and receipts
- Dispatching sampling kits to engineering sections
- Laboratory inventory and consumable management
- Laboratory apparatus, glassware and testing area management
- Participate in OHS meetings and safety committee meetings in areas of responsibility.
- Handles special projects, as assigned.
- Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.
- Identify, communicate, and implement potential cost reduction initiatives
- Propose cost savings projects
- Execute work in a timely manner
- Monitor equipment performance on asset health system and take proactive measures to address symptoms of potential failure.
- Report directly to the Tribologist on issues and identify and execute improvement projects
- Stop equipment from working if there exists a high risk or unsafe to be used
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Qualification
- Minimum of HND Lab Technology/Technician certificate or equivalent
Experience
- 1 – 2 years in a commercial lab, petrochemical products manufacturing company, oil & gas industry, pharmaceutical industry, or in a mining related on-site oil lab
Legal Requirements
- MINCOM Inspecting Engineer Certificate of Competency
Technical Competencies
- Must be able to communicate about technical issues both orally and in writing
- Must be Computer literate
- Knowledge of MS Office applications