Workplace Type: Onsite 

Newmont  is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont  is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont  was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering  results together. 

Our Africa operations employ approximately 5,900 employees and contractors, with the majority working at the Ahafo Mine. We offer an unparalleled blend of opportunity and career satisfaction with all the benefits you would expect from a global company. This, combined with our growth opportunities, makes Newmont a great company to work.

Our Akyem and Ahafo mines have made significant sustainable community development investments in our host communities. These include establishing Development Funds at our Akyem and Ahafo operational areas with each mine contributing US$1 per ounce of gold sold and 1% of net pre-tax annual profit into its community development fund.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry. 

Your Impact To support the welding and joining of poly (HDPE) pipes, using a variety of techniques and connecting in-pit sumps to designated ponds, in a safe and controlled manner. Assist mine dewatering jobs using the following equipment;Recovery truck (Hiab) to load, transport and support pipe fusion.Excavator (CAT 330) excavation and burring of pipes.Forklift in lifting, transporting and arranging pipes.Loader (CAT 966/992) for loading, leveling and pushing crushed materials.As part of our team you will:

Pump Operations Planning and Execution

Communicate with and receive instruction from the Dewatering Supervisor prior to the execution of activities, to determine where water will be pumped to and to ensure that the system remains open.Conduct inspections on the following aspects, prior to carrying out work:pipelines and valves for leakages.fuel level of the pump.sumps.boreholes around the pit.Install pumps in a stage / phase approach and connect pipelines to pumps.Complete PSm of pumps and the polywelding machine.Report any identified defects to the Mine water management Supervisor.Request for pond level feedback from the process plant / water treatment plans.Disconnect all pumps for blasting activities.Check pressure gauges, RPM’s, vacuum gauges and load factors and record these on the key performance indicators (KPIs) sheet.Obtain and take flow meter readings at the start and the end of the shift.Make arrangements to organise water trucks for dust suppression purposes.Conduct the installation of pipestands.Work to ensure that pipeline failures are prevented to maintain efficient pit dewatering.Monitor the operation of the pumps to ensure that the water in the sump(s) are pumped, from the pit to the designated pond.

 

Polywelding Operations Planning and Execution

Understand the type, size and fitting required for the welding of poly pipes.Adhere within the parameters of the job.Clean and prepare plastic surfaces for welding, cutting, gouging, beveling or filing.Shape and bend plastic piping by using hand tools, machines or techniques such as heating.Measure and align pipes for joining, using hand tools and measuring equipment.Fuse HDPE sections using various welding, precision and bolting techniques.Clean, file and polish finished welding product.Conduct the construction, installation and laying of pipelines in the pit and the flipping of pipelines over high walls.Maintain QA / QC standards during pipe welding / fusion activities.Fit attachments, connect hoses between the pit and the pond.Carry out HDPE welding activities in the pit for pump discharge line replacements and repairs.

 

General Execution

Plan and prioritize own activities on a daily basis.Read, interpret and follow drawings and chart for direction on every pump and polywelding activity.Obtain the necessary equipment and consumables required to execute tasks from the Supervisor.Ensure that all works-in-progress and activities meet specifications, codes and regulations.Contribute to the achievement of mine water treatment and dewatering production targets.Participate in PSM and monthly safety meeting.Participate in further training for upskilling purposes.Provide verbal feedback to the Supervisor on the activities completed for the day.

 

Stakeholder Management and Engagement

Liaise with the Mine dewatering Supervisor to obtain necessary equipment required for pump installations.Liaise with the Hydrotechnical team and submit completed KPI sheets.Liaise with the blast crew in understanding blast times to make safety pre-preparations with regards to pumps and piping.Ensure own dewatering and water treatment shift work meets established statutory standards.Health and Safety Management Inspect work areas and ensure all areas comply with internal Newmont and external regulatory standards.Adhere strictly to internal Newmont water management and dewatering standards.Comply with safe dewatering procedures.Maintain a strong focus of safety throughout all activities.Provide hands-on assistance during operations activities to fellow colleagues to ensure that safe work practices are followed. Attend daily morning safety meetings.Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

Senior High School Certificate.Welding trade test.

 

Additional Knowledge:

MINCOM Equipment Competency.License E.General knowledge in mid-to-heavy equipment operation.

 

Experience: 

Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ working experience in a polywelding / pump environment within a large open pit mine.

 

Technical Skills:

Strong listening skills.Strong concentration skills.Sound planning, organising and prioritising skills.Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.Sound technical communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.Sound information monitoring skills.Ability to understand pumping specifications, pumping curves, flow rates and water pressure.Ability to read and follow blueprints, graphs, charts and plans.Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with peers and supervisor.

 

Behavioural Attributes:

Accuracy.Continuous learning.Detail oriented.Flexibility.Goal oriented.Takes initiative.Proactive.Reliable and independent.Safety conscious.Team player.Technically inclined.Your work environment This position is located at the Newmont Ahafo South mine.The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to sit at a desk for extended periods, climb stairs, walk and stand.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Work requires mandatory PPE such as helmet, goggles, high visible clothing, safety harness, ear plugs and dust mask according to working conditions.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that fosters leaders and allows every person to thrive, contribute, and grow. We are committed to selecting and developing our employees, and to establishing a work environment where everyone can take an active part in reaching our strategic goals while feeling a sense of pride in working at Newmont.

Newmont seeks to recruit, hire, place and promote qualified applicants, meaning applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the position, without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnic, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As part of our diversity efforts. females are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: Newmont does not ask for or require job applicants to pay money to apply or be considered for employment with the Company. In addition, Newmont does not ask potential job candidates to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our secure, online portal, and only as requested for legitimate business purposes.  If you are asked to provide money or sensitive personal data through any other means, do not respond and please report this immediately to it.sec@newmont.com.