Vacancy: Simulator Trainer

Company Profile

Underground Mining Alliance Ltd. (“UMA”) is a Joint Venture between African Underground Mining Services Limited (AUMS) and Rocksure International carrying out underground development and production works for the AngloGold Ashanti (Obuasi) Mine. 

Job Description

The position will provide you with an excellent opportunity to further develop your career in simulation training while working alongside experienced industry professionals in a safe, dynamic and outcome focused environment.

Summary

Reporting to the Senior Safety Supervisor, the Simulation Trainer will be required to assist the Environment, Health, Safety and Training (EHS & T) Department in delivering operator training to prepare new starters for site and partner with site operations teams to improve operator capability, safety and productivity outcomes.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop and report key metrics for simulator usage, competency achievement, machine performance data trends, emerging issues, priorities and recommendations.


2. Develop and implement training plans for new operators to achieve required competencies and operating standards.


3. Assist and advise in the development and improvement of training management systems and processes.


4. Develop underground mining training simulator utilisation plan.


5. Schedule and deliver training plans for existing operators where a need for further training is identified.


6. Provide dedicated training and mentoring for both new and existing operators to achieve required competencies and skill levels.


7. Analyse machine health and performance data.


8. Identify and address variability in operator capability and performance to reduce damage, improve or optimise machine reliability and performance or productivity.


9. Develop and retain documentary records for individual training and performance and/or competency achievement.


10. Liaise with key stakeholders (simulator vendor staff, site supervisors, service and training technicians, human resource and safety teams as and when required.

Required Skills or Experience

1. A diploma qualification in training and assessment with a knowledge in electricals.


2. Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a similar position within underground mining.


3. Possess strong computer skills, with exposure to the Microsoft Office Suite


4. Must possess a valid Ghanaian driving and operating licenses (C & E Classes) and can drive underground.


5. Ability to work independently to champion training effort to deliver improved consistency and operational capability.


6. Willing to work extended hours to achieve tight deadlines;


7. Highly self-motivated with a positive, can do attitude;


8. Ability to work with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization;


9. High attention to detail, strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills;


10. Proven ability to effectively prioritize duties and solve problems;


11. A positive and proactive attitude towards teamwork.