About the job

• Job Type : Contract

• Industry : Public Health/Medical

• Education Level : Junior Level

Job Description

About Geita Gold Mining Ltd

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 North Western Tanzania, only about 85 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s South East 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:

Contract type & Duration: Unspecified time contract

Department: HSE &Training

Reporting to: Specialist 1 - Occupational Hygiene

Number of Positions: One (1)

Purpose of the Role

The role is responsible to execute, co-ordinate and monitor the application of Hygiene control systems and procedures according to occupational and legislative requirements.

Qualifications:

• Degree/Its equivalent/or Diploma in Environmental Science/Studies or any other related fields e.g.,

Public health, Food Science etc.

• Certificate in Mine Environmental Control- (Intermediate or advanced MEC-RSA), NOSHC, NEBOSH

Experience:

• Minimum of at least 5 years’ working experience as the Occupational/Industrial Hygienist or officer in the mining industries.

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Main or Key Accountabilities:

• Determines appropriate monitoring and sampling strategies and prepare the yearly sampling plan.

• Assess the effectiveness of control technologies and recommend improvements to the workforce.

• Maintains, operates, and calibrates a variety of sampling and monitoring equipment.

• Evaluates and interprets monitoring and sampling results, makes determinations, and develops        corrective strategies.

• Prepares accurate and complete technical reports of survey findings and provides recommendations on how to correct hazardous conditions.

• Evaluate the long-term effect of exposure to health hazards in order to develop cost effective plans for addressing such situations

• Know the workplaces, processes, materials, sources of exposure, the people involved and the legal requirements which may apply

• Make certain operational changes and recommend strategies effective in minimizing exposure to health hazard

• Review operational procedures to identify processes which are detrimental to health.

• Analyze and interpret results of an assessment to develop plans for improved work conditions

• Accurately measure and sample levels of exposure, often through precise use of specialist equipment

Additional Requirements:

• Be in possession of a valid Tanzanian driving License.

• Computer literate/skills, experience with database and Microsoft office programs would be desirable.

• Knowledge of occupational health standards/ Occupational Exposure Limits, codes and regulations.

• Capable of determining hazards to be considered when conducting a health hazard identification for a workplace

• Knowledge of methods, procedures and techniques used in collecting and testing samples such as dusts, mists, fumes, vapors, noise, non-ionizing radiation, cold and heat stress and biological agents.

• Good verbal and written communication skills (English and Swahili)

• Capability to identify potential Occupational hygiene issues

Mode of Application:

• Please apply through our recruitment portal by following the link below. Please click the link or type the URL address on a website browser to access the application portal.

• 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 “Occupational Hygiene Officer”

• 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).

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APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• Applications should reach the above on or before 26th October 2021 at 5:30 Pm

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Note on Covid-19 Prevention:

• Please note when you are invited for interviews, you will be required to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (Covid-19 vaccination certificate) or if you are not vaccinated, please go for a Covid19 test and obtain a 96 - hour valid PCR Covid-19 negative certificate.

• You are also advised to adhere to all recommended prevention measures including proper wearing of  face masks and washing or sanitizing your hands before you are allowed through Geita Gold Mine entry points.

BEWARE OF CONMEN! GGML does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately to our Security Department, Investigation Unit, by calling +255 28 216 01 40 Ext 1559  (rates apply) or use our whistle-blowing channels by sending an SMS to +27 73 573 8075 (SMS rates  apply) or emailing 24cthonesty@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com