About this role
Who We Are
AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience.
At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.
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POSITION
Fabricator, Winders and Shaft
DEPARTMENT
Engineering
LOCATION
Obuasi Gold Mine
CLOSING DATE
15th October 2026
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.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Education & Qualification
- 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.
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
www.anglogoldashanti.com
Local Benefits
- AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
- Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
- Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. Employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, business needs and role requirements.