Welder & Fabricator - Underground Mining Alliance

Underground Mining Alliance Ltd. (“UMA”) is a Joint Venture between African Underground Mining Services Limited (AUMS) and Rocksure International carrying out underground development and production works for the AngloGold Ashanti (Obuasi) Mine.

Job Description

UMA is seeking to employ qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position. These are Obuasi-based Fixed Term positions with a competitive work roster at its operations in Obuasi. The remuneration package includes attractive salary and performance-based incentive payments for the right candidates.

The positions will provide you with an excellent opportunity to further develop your career in underground mechanized mining while working alongside experienced industry professionals in a safe, dynamic, and outcome-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a welder and fabricator, you will be responsible for joining metal and interpret fabrication drawings using a variety of techniques, often to form new structures. Duties may include cutting and welding materials according to technical plans created:

• Carry out gas metal arc welding (GMAW), to manufacture items and components
• Cut materials into the required shapes, checking dimensions and thicknesses
• Weld or join metal and other materials into a wide range of structures
• Follow engineering plans, drawings and instructions
• Operate tools and machinery and welding equipment
• Inspect and test welds with precision measuring instruments
• Dismantle metal structures.
• Clean tools, equipment, and work areas

Required Skills or Experience

• Minimum of 3 (Three) years’ previous experience in the welding and fabrication field in a mechanized mine operating Underground Haulage equipment is essential.
• Recognized Welding and Fabrication Trade Certificate through a recognized apprenticeship or institution or MINCOM Certification will be an added advantage.
• Must possess valid Ghanaian driving and operating licenses (C & E Classes) and can drive underground.
• Underground mining experience will be an added advantage.
• Positive attitude & ability to work independently with limited supervision
• A proactive attitude toward safety and hazard identification.
• A positive work ethic in line with company values.
• Flexibility and willingness to assist with varied tasks and responsibilities
• Must demonstrate strong work ethics and be able to communicate courteously with co-workers.
• Ability to work under pressure and have the desire to achieve.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld as well
• Ability to work day and night rotation
• Good verbal and written communication in English