Environmental Monitoring Technician

AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited is currently on a journey to redevelop the Obuasi Gold Mine into a modern, efficient and long-term profitable operation. The underground mining operation will be fully mechanized, 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 Environmental Monitoring Technician.
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT

• The Environmental Monitoring Technician will be responsible for sampling of water, soil, air, noise and blast in accordance with AGAG Standard Operational Procedures.
• Ensure quality control and assurance through equipment calibration, recording and trending to determine equipment reliability. Ensure sample quality through adherence to sampling protocols and standard record keeping.
  

Key Accountabilities

• Implement relevant environmental management programmes as directed by management
• Maintain knowledge of local environmental issues as well as focus on environmental monitoring and compliance
• Sample water, dust, soils, noise, blast, etc. as required
• Record field data in a professional manner
• Provide report on observations made on field
• Provide inventory on consumables in a timely manner
• Maintain monitoring equipment
• Assist in planning for the required environmental inspections and audits
• Undertake inspections of sampling points and report deviations in a timely manner
• Assist with ISO 14001 system and process audits
• Report incidents in a timely manner
• Assist in environment incident investigations when needed
• Participate in environmental education awareness programmes
• Assist in managing the internal environmental permitting processes
  

Qualification Required & Experience

• Minimum of HND in laboratory technology, Chemistry, Biology or Environmental Science.
• Must have a valid driving license
  

Experience

• At least one (1) year experience in Environmental Monitoring
  

Technical Competencies

• Ability to apply knowledge of standards, methods and procedures to work situation
• Awareness and understanding of the necessity for continuous improvement
• Basic legal understanding
• Environmental, Health and Safety awareness
• Planning, hazard identification and risk assessment skills
  

Location: Accra
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: 15 September, 2020
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