Service Crew Job at AngloGold Ashanti Tanzania
Job Description
Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML), Tanzania’s leading gold producer and a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, is seeking motivated, energetic, and performance-driven individuals to join its Underground Mining team as Service Crew members. Located in the Geita Region, GGML offers a professional and safety-focused working environment where employees contribute to world-class mining operations while developing valuable technical and operational skills.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to build a career in underground mining. The successful candidates will support critical underground operations, gain hands-on experience with mining equipment and services, and work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all safety standards, conduct hazard identification using Take 5 tools, report incidents promptly, and comply with underground operating procedures.
- Install underground air, water, and dewatering service lines according to company standards.
- Install, maintain, and extend secondary ventilation fans and ventilation ducting.
- Operate and maintain electrical submersible pumps for underground water management.
- Clean, inspect, and maintain mono pumps, pipelines, ladders, and landing platforms.
- Install, grout, and tension cable bolts according to geotechnical specifications.
- Hang, retrieve, and secure electrical and jumbo trail cables underground.
- Operate underground equipment, including Integrated Tool Carriers (ITC), underground light vehicles, and articulated dump trucks.
- Support underground heading preparation by transporting and delivering ground support materials, mesh, and lifter tubes.
- Transport tools, consumables, pumps, personnel, and materials between underground work areas and storage facilities.
- Manage stock levels at underground laydown areas and storage facilities.
- Perform housekeeping activities and any other duties assigned by the Shift Supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Completion of Secondary School Education.
- Vocational Training from a recognized institution.
- Valid Tanzanian Driving License.
- Valid Blasting License is an added advantage.
- Ability to drive safely within a mining environment.
- 0–2 years of operational experience in an underground mining environment.
- Experience driving manual transmission vehicles.
- Experience operating underground utility vehicles.
- Experience working underground as an Offsider or Nipper is an advantage.
- Competence in operating an Integrated Tool Carrier (ITC).
- Strong understanding and application of Job Safety Analysis (JSA) tools.
- Good reporting and communication skills.
- Effective planning and work execution abilities.
- Ability to coach and support new employees.
General Requirements:
- Commitment to maintaining a zero-harm safety culture.
- Ability to work effectively in physically demanding underground conditions.
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently when required.
- High level of responsibility, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Willingness to work shifts and adapt to operational requirements.
- Commitment to company values, policies, and ethical standards.
This position provides an excellent foundation for individuals seeking a long-term career in the mining industry. As a Service Crew member, you will gain practical experience in underground mining operations, equipment handling, ventilation systems, ground support installation, and safety management. The role offers valuable exposure to modern mining practices and can serve as a pathway to advanced positions such as Underground Operator, Mining Technician, Shift Supervisor, or other specialized roles within mining operations and mine development.