Metallurgist - Asanko Gold Ghana

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Galiano Gold Inc. is a dual-listed (NYSE: TSX) mining company focused on exploration, development, and operations. Its subsidiary, Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd, is a multi-pit mining complex on the Asankrangwa Gold Belt, featuring a 5.5Mtpa processing plant with expansion potential.

Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd is a multi-pit mining complex located on the Asankrangwa Gold Belt, operating a 5.5Mtpa processing plant with expansion potential. The mine is owned by Galiano Gold Inc., a dual-listed (NYSE & TSX) mining company focused on responsible exploration, development, and operations.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Metallurgist to join our processing team at our Obotan Site. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and controlling daily process plant operations to ensure gold is recovered efficiently from the ore. This involves monitoring processing parameters (such as grind size, reagent addition, and leach conditions), guiding plant operators, checking recovery performance, and quickly troubleshooting process issues to maintain stable production.

The role requires strong technical expertise in mineral processing, a commitment to safety and environmental compliance, and the ability to collaborate effectively with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to achieve production targets.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, practical experience in gold processing operations, and the ability to interpret metallurgical data to support decision-making and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Review daily metallurgical data and verify whether performance meets established targets.
• Ensure that all operating parameters within the milling circuit, gravity circuit, CIL circuit, and thickener are monitored and maintained within set targets.
• Monitor and optimize reagent consumption through metallurgical test work and logistical management to improve cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams in planning and implementing preventive maintenance programs to achieve plant availability and utilization targets.
• Ensure continuous monitoring and control of key plant parameters across all processing sections, especially reagent concentrations to the CIL circuit and Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) regarding WAD cyanide levels.
• Comply with all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and report all incidents promptly in accordance with company procedures.
• Participate in general and specific risk assessments, contribute to hazard identification, and implement appropriate mitigation controls.
• Inspect and verify ball charge levels in both mills during planned shutdowns or when required.
• Monitor and record processes in the primary and mobile crushing units in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) approved by the Minerals Commission of Ghana.
• Plan, schedule and execute Mill relining activities

Required Skills or Experience

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Minerals Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• Five (5) years of hands-on experience in a metallurgical role in a mining environment.
• Knowledge of ICMC protocols and regulations and the Minerals and Mining Act.
• Experience in metallurgical accounting.
• Knowledge in Mill relining planning, scheduling and execution.
• Strong understanding of metallurgical processes including:

1. 1. Crushing
   2. Milling
   3. Carbon-in-Leach (CIL)
   4. Gravity recovery
   5. Elution
   6. Gold room operations
   7. Tailings management
   8. Reagent management

• Must possess a valid Ghanaian driver’s license and be able to operate light vehicles.

Skills

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to timelines, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and aggressive schedules.
• High level of diligence with strong attention to detail.
• Effective information monitoring and management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
• Hands-on approach with willingness to work extended hours when required.

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