Senior Emergency Response Team Technician - Cardinal Namdini Mining

Cardinal Namdini Mining Ltd. (CNML) is a subsidiary of Shandong Gold Mining Co. Ltd., which is duly listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) and Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE). CNML is developing its’ primary asset located in the Upper East Region of Ghana with a strategic vision to build a world-leading, highly valuable and responsible world-class gold mining enterprise.

Job Description

• Section/ Unit: Safety 
• Department: Health, Safety and Environment 
• Job reports to: Emergency Response Coordinator 
• Direct Reports: None

Job Purpose

To provide Emergency Response capability for Cardinal Namdini Mining Ltd. which focuses on protecting personnel, assets, and community (environment) to minimize their impact when they do occur and intervene effectively when required to the benefit of CNML within a safe working environment.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in providing an effective response to the CNML Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan, including but not limited to high-risk activities like working at heights, confined space entry, handling hazardous chemicals (i.e. transfer of cyanide), firefighting, injuries, water rescue and recoveries.
• Support with conducting ERT equipment inspections to identify any potential defects or malfunctions and assist with maintaining and calibrating any ERT equipment that may need to be serviced.
• Ensure all emergency response equipment is maintained ready for operational use, including fire extinguisher system inspections as directed by the ERT Coordinator
• Participate in regular drills to reinforce training activities.
• Assist in identifying, reporting, and controlling safety, environment, and community hazards.
• Run all rescue and recovery activities relating to both individuals and property by responding to emergency calls from the Security Control Centre (SCC) promptly.
• Participate in cyanide sparging activities to ensure the safe delivery of cyanide to the mine site and the avoidance of hazardous material disposal and its impact on the environment.
• Support in providing emergency stand-by duties for bullion transfer in relation to the transfer of gold bullion via helicopter.
• Provide support in conducting drug and alcohol tests on-site by filling in the results from the tests on the designated form and submitting the completed form to HR for review.
• Attend to any other task as assigned by the ERT Coordinator.

Required Skills or Experience

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Minimum qualification (s)

• Retired/former firefighter, preferably from Ghana National Fire Service
• SHS certificate or equivalent, first aid or medical support qualifications
• Competency in driving and operating fire trucks.
• A sound knowledge of emergency operating procedures and practices

Experience (Minimum)

• A minimum of 3 – 5 years’ working experience in an Emergency Response capacity
• Knowledge (In-depth)
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Must be capable of reading and writing in English and must possess basic arithmetic skills.

Skills

• Ability to operate mechanical (hydraulic) tools and test equipment.
• Sound computer literacy skills – MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Must possess a valid category ‘D’ Ghanaian Driver’s License and competent in driving category ‘D’ vehicles.

Leadership and behavioural attributes

• Ability to control demeanour and act confidently in challenging and emergency situations.
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Special conditions or requirements of the Job

• The working environment is multi-cultural and hence sensitivity is required.
• Valuing diversity and inclusion practices are essential.
• Extended working hours involved.
• Routine / non-routine duties
• Medically fit for the position and environment;

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