Job Description
OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE
• The Fabricator, Winders & Shaft is accountable for welding, fabrication and boiler making activities for the refurbishment, maintenance and repair of winders and shafts in a safe and compliant manner. • The role applies operational engineering policies, standards, systems and procedures to maximise plant availability in a compliant, safe, sustainable and cost-effective manner while minimising operational risks. • The role ensures work is carried out in accordance with LI2182 and other relevant Government of Ghana and AngloGold Ashanti requirements.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Review critical controls with the Supervisor and participate in workplace visits and inspections. • Observe, identify and report hazards and positive safety observations. • Assess risks for all tasks before and during execution and ensure controls are in place. • Report all incidents and complete assigned corrective actions within required timelines. • Demonstrate safety behaviour consistent with company values and apply HSE regulations with zero tolerance for breaches. • Accept personal responsibility for own health and safety and that of every mine worker affected by the work. • Adhere to the site Environmental Management Plan and work in compliance with environmental, health and safety legislation and company regulations. • Gather relevant information for the Mechanical Supervisor – Winders and demonstrate company values in daily work. • Fabricate, modify and repair winder-related structural components including skip and cage frames, guide systems, rope attachments, safety catches and headgear steelwork in line with approved engineering drawings. • Execute welding and cutting operations in compliance with applicable welding codes and company quality standards. • Conduct dimensional and visual quality checks on fabricated work and escalate non-conformances in line with quality management procedures. • Support planned and unplanned maintenance activities, shaft inspections and shutdowns with on-site fabrication capability. • Execute boiler making and fabrication work for refurbishment and maintenance activities in accordance with all relevant regulations and company requirements. • Perform daily pre-start checks of equipment and tools before leaving the work site or workshop. • Recognise machine or equipment anomalies that indicate maintenance requirements and report and escalate them. • Provide data and information to support the Maintenance Planner to close out SAP work orders after completion of tasks for winders and shaft equipment refurbishment and maintenance activities. • Execute designated tasks by carrying out daily work checks on a routine scheduled basis. • Report any anomalies to the Supervisor. • Assess all equipment required for task completion, including slings, chain blocks and wire ropes. • Identify, communicate and escalate potential cost reduction initiatives to the Supervisor. • Ensure quality work to prevent rework or the use of substandard materials. • Execute work in a timely manner and escalate real or potential delays to the Supervisor. • Perform daily risk assessments before commencing work and proactively register and escalate symptoms of potential failure to the Mechanical Supervisor – Winders. • Report directly to the Mechanical Supervisor – Winders. • Stop equipment from operating if there is high risk or it is unsafe to use and report this to the Mechanical Supervisor – Winders.
Qualification Required & Experience
• High School Certificate with 5 years of relevant experience in welding or fabrication, or Technical certification in welding or fabrication such as City & Guilds or NVTI with 3 years of relevant experience. • MINCOM certification will be an added advantage. • Familiarity with the Ghana Minerals and Mining Health, Safety and Technical Regulation.
Experience
• 3 to 5 years of experience in fabrication or welding roles, preferably in the mining or heavy industry. • Experience in welding, fabrication and boiler making activities related to refurbishment, maintenance and repair work. • Experience supporting planned and unplanned maintenance activities, shaft inspections and shutdown work.
Knowledge & Skills
• Skilled tradesperson able to craft, assemble and repair metal structures and components. • Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings. • Skilled in the use of fabrication tools and machinery such as welders, grinders and cutters. • Knowledge of safety standards and procedures. • Attention to detail and precision. • Problem solving skills. • Ability to communicate technical issues effectively both orally and in writing. • Ability to communicate effectively with the Supervisor. • Ability to evaluate progression and adherence to deadlines on a routine basis. • Hands-on approach and willingness to work long hours to achieve required results. • Ability to complete assigned tasks.
Location: Obuasi
How To Apply For The Job
To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Closing Date: 07 October, 2026
