Security Supervisor: Control Room - Asante Gold Corporation

Asante Gold Corporation is a gold exploration, development and operating company with a high-quality portfolio of projects and mines in Ghana. Asante is currently operating the Bibiani and Chirano Gold Mines and continues with detailed technical studies at its Kubi Gold Project for early production.

All mines and projects are located on the prolific Bibiani and Ashanti Gold Belts. Asante is also exploring its Keyhole, Fahiakoba, and Betenase projects for new discoveries, all adjoining or along strike of major gold mines near the centre of Ghana’s Golden Triangle. Asante is listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange, the Ghana Stock Exchange and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. We co-listed our shares on the Ghana Stock Exchange to allow a whole new group of Ghanaian investors the opportunity to invest in the growth of their own local gold mining industry.

Asante has an experienced and skilled team of mine finders, builders and operators, with extensive experience in Ghana. Our experienced team members are our most precious asset, having discovered, explored and developed more than 24Moz of gold resources and reserves in Ghana; and having managed Ghana’s largest underground mine.

About This Role

To supervise and coordinate all activities in the Security Control Room by ensuring continuous monitoring of surveillance, communication, and alarm systems, providing effective incident response, and guaranteeing that operations are conducted in line with company security standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Security Control Room to ensure uninterrupted monitoring of all mine facilities, including pits, process plants, tailings storage facilities, and accommodation areas.
• Supervise and guide Control Room Operators in the effective use of CCTV, alarms, access control systems, radio communications, and tracking systems.
• Monitor live surveillance feeds to detect theft, illegal intrusions, equipment tampering, unsafe behaviour, and other irregular activities across the mining lease.
• Respond promptly to emergencies such as pit intrusions, explosives magazine breaches, medical emergencies, and vehicle incidents by coordinating with field security teams and relevant departments.
• Manage installation and troubleshooting of security systems such as CCTV, alarms, access control, etc.
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and digital records of incidents, alarms, and security events for management review and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct daily checks and ensure functionality of all Control Room equipment; escalate faults to maintenance teams for immediate resolution.
• Liaise with Mine Operations, Processing, Engineering, and Safety departments to ensure coordinated responses to security and safety incidents.
• Support investigations by providing CCTV footage, access control reports, and communication logs.
• Mentor, coach, and train Control Room staff on standard operating procedures, emergency protocols, and use of surveillance technology.
• Run data analysis of aggregated security data from the various security locations and submit trend reports to management as required.
• Manage the promulgation of security alert data sent to all security locations.
• Recommend improvements to strengthen mine site security systems and processes.
• Safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of all security data and evidence.

Education, Work Experience & Key Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science IT, Telecommunications, or related field (preferred) or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in security operations, with at least 2 years supervisory experience in a control room environment.
• Technical knowledge of CCTV systems, drones/UAVs, intrusion alarms, and telecommunication systems.
• Relevant IT Security certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate, etc.
• Familiarity with mining/oil & gas/industrial security operations is desirable.
• Drone Pilot License is high advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of mine security risks (illegal mining incursions, explosives security, asset theft, and trespass).
• Advanced proficiency in the installation of CCTV cameras, access control, radio communications, and GPS tracking systems.
• Skilled in security incident reporting, investigations, and evidence handling.

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