Technical Specialist HV Electrician UG at Geita Gold Mine Tanzania

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POSITIONTechnical Specialist - HV Electrician UGDEPARTMENTAsset Management & EngineeringLEVEL2L / C5LOCATIONGeita Gold Mine TanzaniaEMPLOYMENT STATUSFixed Term OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE Provide expert diagnostic, maintenance, and repair input for maintaining all high-voltage electrical infrastructure and HV reticulation in the underground operation with the necessary safety and quality standards in place at all times. ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES Health, Safety and Environment Adhere and promote HSE regulations at GGM with zero tolerance to breaches. Demonstrate behavior consistent with AGA’s vision and values. Lead by example at all times to create a safe working environment, where risks are assessed and managed to ensure tasks are performed without the risk of injury or harm to themselves, others, and the environment. Continuously seek learning opportunities to improve safety performance. Ensure operational, project, and construction workforce targets are achieved Compliance Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and applicable codes. Ensure compliance to AGA/GGM and industry standards. Ensure compliance to Quality, HSE and Human Resources (HR) management systems, policies, procedures, and processes. Provide expert advice to maintenance supervisors and trades personnel engaged in the maintenance of the mining fleets and electrical infrastructures as directed by the superintendents Asset Management Participate in internal audits and over-inspections to ensure adherence and compliance to asset management plans/strategy. Manage and update the HV maintenance document repository for drawings and manuals. Monitor the stock levels of critical spares and supplies. Monitor all UG HV infrastructure to support day-to-day underground mining activities. Ensure compliance with all engineering standards in underground operations on the mine. Monitor (assess, record, feedback) equipment performance to ensure continuous improvement. Development of scope of work for major works associated with the high voltage electrical works Strategic role Support the Mining team in Life of Mine planning by providing early input into the design and constructability process for all HV new build infrastructure. In Conjunction with the UG HV Technical Specialists proactively manage and lead underground reticulation expansion and engineering construction functions, Manage, oversee, and monitor all HV infrastructure to support day-to-day underground mining activities. Co-ordinate all electrical maintenance activities to ensure reliability of equipment. Strong understanding of Quality, and HSE management systems. Drive and champion the safety-first value and apply the principle into both design and field activities. To ensure work is performed to the acceptable safety quality standards and that best fitment and installation practices are adhered to and imparted to the workforce. HV Infrastructure Capital & Projects Assist with and maintain the underground HV infrastructure capital management process in conjunction with the GGM Capital Projects Champion. Assist to co-ordinate, plan, manage and execute underground electrical infrastructure projects in all GGM underground operations. Plans, Procedures, Standards and Documentation Assist to develop and maintain the Life of Mine underground HV infrastructure plans, specifically infrastructure new builds and other infrastructure project construction activities, as a key sub-plan to overall underground Mining Plan To support the team in complying with the work schedule while attending to emerging work efficiently and to ensure the availability and reliability of equipment is optimized. Technical Training & Development. Develop skills matrices for all electrical infrastructure work types. Identify training and development shortcomings and training needs for HV electrical technicians. Develop artisan refresher programs. To monitor maintenance skill levels, providing necessary on-the-job training whenever necessary To maintain a register of training for maintainers and to ensure the workforce can work without supervision Meetings, Reviews and Communication Attend Mining and Maintenance Planning meetings as well as other key review meetings, as required. Provide regular operational and maintenance updates to the management team in relation to maintenance schedules and HV electrical issues that may impact on compliance or cause delays. Participate in formal HSE, risk management, change management, cost, and schedule reviews. Progress and Performance Reporting Working with the planning team to ensure more jobs are planned than unplanned while emphasizing its importance to electricians associated with the job. To help identify work to be raised through the maintenance system as electrical backlog works for coming schedules HV Risk, Change and Quality Management Identify and address HV reticulation risks early by communicating to appropriate stakeholders. Inspect all HV works to ensure construction activities are in accordance with engineering designs, and authority requirements. To continually check all work in progress by monitoring quality. Write repair reports with photos of each major failure and document repairs Make sure all the planned jobs and breakdown jobs have Works Orders, and all the works orders must be closed on the system on completion of the job. Key Interfaces GGM MD, Engineering Manager, Underground Mining Manager, Technical Services Manager GGM Project Services Team to record, analyze, and report on progress and productivity, change management, cost, and schedule. Africa Technical Team to support potential operational/design issues that may occur on-site. EPCM and Third-Party Contractors. Audit, Governance, and Compliance Participate in internal and external audits as required. ROLE REQUIREMENTS Education & Qualification Trade test level three/Grade one in electrical and installation or FTC in electrical certificate and above High Voltage training Certificate Must Have a valid driving license Electrical Engineer or above will add an advantage Experience Five years and above working experience on underground equipment High Voltage Switching Previous experience in a similar role or time spent working on high-voltage electrical equipment Ability to always demonstrate professionalism in the workplace Qualified High Voltage Electrician with at least 5 years' experience in underground operations' electrical maintenance and repairs, and at least 5 years working in international/multi-national organizations Knowledge & Skills Experience in managing engineering HV infrastructure in underground mining operations Experience in detailed maintenance strategy of underground equipment Experience in maintenance of 11kV transformers, switchgear, and RMU Experience in MV cable splicing and terminations Experience with high/low voltage circuit breakers Knowledge of earth leakage protections Experience with 1000V equipment and gulley box Experience with jumbo drill unit MODE OF APPLICATION Please apply through our recruitment portal by following the link below. Please click the link or type the URL address on a website browser to access the application portal. 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 “Director Human Resources", Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be Technical Specialist - HV Electrician UG If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers 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 11th August 2026 at11:59 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 +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  speakupAGA@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com Requisition ID:  30606 Category:  Trades Posting Salary:  Market Related