Senior Electrical Trainer at Newmont Corporation

  • Full Time
  • Ghana
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Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in North America, South America, Australia and Africa.About This Role:

To conduct training in process mechanical / electrical maintenance for both experienced plant mechanics / electricians and trainees.
To supervise and provide on-the-job guidance to the trainees.
To conduct assessments to establish current competencies and report on who will further require training and assessment in areas where competency gaps are identified.

In This Role You Will

Accreditations

Impart required process technical skills and knowledge in accordance with prescribed curriculum, programs and standards.
Conduct training needs analysis and develop training plans for process maintenance.
Report on certification / accreditation status.

Health and Safety

Correct unsafe practices whenever such situation exists.
Maintain all necessary processes and procedures as outlined in the Training Management System.
Model and promote expected behaviours, with emphasis on desired values, safe work practice, punctuality, efficiency and quality of work.

Training and Assessment

Conduct training in process electrical & instrumentation maintenance for both experienced plant electricians, instrument technicians and trainees:

this includes Plant Apprenticeship Program which is a vital part of Newmont’s commitment to maximise local employment and develop a safe, environmentally, and socially responsible, skilled workforce.
the program covers training in theory and practical aspects of process maintenance including safety, community, and environmental aspects of maintenance.
Conduct safety training to process workforce in accordance with Newmont standards.
Develop and modify process training and assessment materials when directed.
Contribute towards production of teaching schedules and other training associated administration.
Conduct assessment and testing as detailed in curriculum.
Maintain accurate records of all training and assessment activities.
Engage with other departments to ascertain their needs.
Develop training content, research and pull together material to seek approval on said content from the Learning & Development Superintendent.

Staff Leadership

Supervise and provide on-the-job guidance to the trainees.
Conduct assessments to establish current competencies and report on who will further require training and assessment in areas where competency gaps are identified.
Monitor progress of process trainees and provide coaching and instruction as required.
Apply vocational guidance and counselling when needed.

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

Diploma (HND) or degree in Electrical Engineering.
Workplace Trainer and Assessor Certification.

Additional Knowledge

Extensive theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of large-scale gold process maintenance.
Possess a knowledge of competency-based curriculum.

Experience

Between 6 to 8 years’ relevant experience with preference towards mining, with 3 to 4 years in a supervisory role.

Technical Skills

Excellent teaching and facilitation skills.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
English and Twi language ability (spoken and written).
Advanced computer skills.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced consultation, negotiation and presentation skills.
Advanced research skills.
Project management.
Team leadership.
Needs analysis.

Working Conditions

Position is located at the Ahafo South Mine.