KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Strategic Mine Planning that maximizes value of the company’s assets

Shape strategic evolution and ensure sustainability of mining operations through various studies

Initiate and lead scenario planning for medium and long-term mine plans in response to market and business performance

Consolidation of short, medium and long-term planning information from all areas

Co-ordination of various teams across the business to ensure fully integrated mine plans are developed

Implement best practices across all mine technical areas

Analyse and interpret mining data towards continuous improvement of mining operations

Ensure compliance to regulatory requirements

Enhance management systems and standards across all mine technical disciplines

 QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

A Degree in Mine Engineering, Geology or related disciplines

At least 10 years experience on mine sites located in developing countries with 5 years’ experience in a similar role

At least 3 years in underground mine design (long hole stoping, cut and fill), mine planning and scheduling

Familiarity with JORC code guidelines and experience in Reserve and Resource estimation and reporting

Exceptional leadership qualities with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Identify key performance indicators, adapt and develop them as needed to achieve objectives

Able to think creatively and innovatively towards unlocking business value.

 This is a renewable fixed term position. The onsite camp facilities at Wassa include fully serviced air-conditioned rooms, dining halls, sports bar convenience store, gym and sporting facilities, swimming pool and a fully equipped medical Center. An attractive expatriate salary package including a performance-based incentive and other benefits is on offer.

Interviews will be conducted as CV’s are received; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Golden Star is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring that no applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of age, gender, marital status, race, nationality, religious belief, ethnicity, disability, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements, which cannot be shown to be justifiable.