Tradesperson 1 – Auto Electrician at Geita Gold Mine

Geita Gold Mining Ltd (GGML) is Tanzania’s leading gold producer with a single operation in Geita Region. The company is a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, an international gold producer headquartered in South Africa, with operations in more than ten countries, in four continents. The mine is situated in the Lake Victoria Gold fields of Northwestern Tanzania, only about 85 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s Southeast of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. The company has its head office in Geita, only 5 Km’s west of the fast-growing town of Geita, and also a supporting office in Dar es Salaam. Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic and performance driven individuals to fill in vacant position(s) mentioned below:

• Position: Tradesperson 1 – Auto Electrician
• Contract type & Duration: Unspecified Time Contract
• Department: Engineering
• Reporting to:  Senior Supervisor – Field Services Electrical
• Number of Positions: One (1)

GGML is an equal opportunity employer: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Carry out mining equipment maintenance activities, including preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance. Strive to maximize planned tasks and minimize equipment breakdowns by conducting thorough and effective inspections during daily routine checks as scheduled. Accurately record identified defects to support maintenance planning and ad hoc tasks, ensuring appropriate scheduling during planning meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• VETA Trade Test Certificate Grade One/ Level Three in Auto – Electrical. 
• Diploma/ Full Technician Certificate in  Electrical/ Automotive Engineering or above.
• The incumbent must have a valid Tanzania driving license.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least  2 years of experience working in the Mining industry.
• Working experience with different models of Mining Caterpillar Machines O&K, RH40, RH170 Excavators and MT4400AC, Bell Trucks Normets.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of hydraulic system and competent in Electrical circuits.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

•  Sound knowledge on health, safety, and environment.
•  Good communication skill both English and Swahilii.
•  Computer literacy.
•  Understands how hydroelectric works.
•  Understands safety electrical device installed to the machine for keeping equipment health.

MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Doing effective Electrical inspection on the equipment during Preventive and routine daily inspection as per work package.
• Attending equipment break downs at the field.
• Make sure that break down are minimized and do much of planned works.
• Maintain safety standards in accordance with GGML policies and procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping all the time.
• Repair equipment and completion of the report to his/her supervisor.
• Execute all assign task in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate Work behaviors consistent with the company values and work within prescribed boundaries, including required behaviors, company policies, standards, procedures, and legislation  requirements.
• Meet work delivery deadlines to minimize the demand for purpose without exceeding required by date for work completion.
• Engage with the work execution team to contribute to planning details from those expected to do the work

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Please apply by clicking APPLY NOW button bellow.
• On the portal you will be required to upload your detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, e- mail and telephone contacts, names, and addresses of three referees. Please do not attach certificates that are not related to the qualifications stated above.
• You will also be required to upload a cover / application letter addressed to “Senior Manager Human Resources", Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be “Tradesperson 1 – Auto Electrician’’.
• If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs on our recruitment portal (SuccessFactors).
• You will be required to present original certificates if you are contacted for interviews.
• Internal Applicants (those currently employed by AngloGold Ashanti) must have their application letter endorsed by their Head of Department (HOD) or Manager once Removed (MoR).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• Applications should reach the above on or before 16th September 2025 at 5:30 Pm
•  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.