Tradesperson 1 - UG Mechanic
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AngloGold Ashanti is hiring a Tradesperson 1 - UG Mechanic at Geita Gold Mine, Tanzania. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance on underground mining equipment including Caterpillar trucks, Sandvik loaders, Normet machines, and drill rigs. Full-time position requiring VETA Trade Test Certificate Grade One/Level Three or Diploma/FTC in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering and at least three years of relevant underground equipment experience.
- Full-time underground mechanic role at Geita Gold Mine, Tanzania
- Planned maintenance and breakdown response on heavy mining equipment
- Requires VETA Grade One/Level Three or Diploma/FTC in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering
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AngloGold Ashanti is hiring a Tradesperson 1 - UG Mechanic at Geita Gold Mine, Tanzania. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance on underground mining equipment including Caterpillar trucks, Sandvik loaders, Normet machines, and drill rigs. Full-time position requiring VETA Trade Test Certificate Grade One/Level Three or Diploma/FTC in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering and at least three years of relevant underground equipment experience.
- Full-time underground mechanic role at Geita Gold Mine, Tanzania
- Planned maintenance and breakdown response on heavy mining equipment
- Requires VETA Grade One/Level Three or Diploma/FTC in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering
- Minimum three years' experience on underground mining equipment
- Work on Caterpillar, Sandvik, Normet, and Cubex equipment
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Tradesperson 1 - UG Mechanic
Location: Geita, Geita, TZ
Post Start Date:
26 Aug 2026
Who We Are
AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience.
At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.
Learn more about our
Vision, purpose, values - AngloGold Ashanti
POSITION
Tradesperson 1 - UG Mechanic
DEPARTMENT
Assets Management & Engineering
LEVEL
1M / C1
LOCATION: Geita Gold Mine Tanzania
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full Time
OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE
Successfully help deliver the planned maintenance regime, fulfilling statutory obligations, while also providing a breakdown reactive response that harmonizes both customer and organizational requirements.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
Take reasonable care to protect personal health and safety and that of others who may be affected by any act or omission during the performance of duty.
Be proactive in all aspects of operational safety and work as a team member within the Engineering department.
Perform mechanical diagnostics on equipment and other machines to identify faults.
Repair mechanical and electronic faults in Jumbos, Solos, CAT machines, trucks, loaders, ITs and Normet machines, replacing damaged or faulty parts where necessary.
Perform checks and tests to verify the success of repair work and assemble and install mechanical and electronic systems in equipment.
Maintain and repair various kinds of petrol and diesel engine motor vehicles.
Maintain regular liaison with the maintenance planner to order parts and equipment as necessary.
Conduct inspections on equipment to identify damage or defects, document findings in the inspection register, and submit to the supervisor for further action.
Execute all assigned mining equipment maintenance tasks following approved work procedures.
Ensure all tasks are performed safely according to GGM Safety Standards procedures.
Repair equipment and report completion of tasks to the Senior Supervisor.
Ensure work is performed to OEM standard, and that quality of work increases uptime after equipment is released to production.
Plan work before execution.
Maintain good housekeeping.
Work additional hours when assigned by the supervisor based on production priorities.
ROLE
Requirements
Education
& Qualification
VETA Trade Test Certificate Grade One/Level Three in Mechanic Engineering
Diploma or FTC in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
Experience
Three years'
and above working on underground equipment including Caterpillar truck and loader, Sandvik Truck TH663i and Loader LH6621i, Normet, drill rigs DD421 and DL421-15c, Cable Bolter DS422i, and Cubex DU411.
Previous
in a similar role or time spent working on mechanical components on the equipment.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong problem-solving skills.
Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
Principles and practices of administration, including goal setting, procedure development, implementation, evaluation, and work standards.
Organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Commit best endeavours and full capability to work assigned by the supervisor.
Advise the supervisor of any situations or conditions that could create obstacles to, or opportunities for, the work of the managerial team or company.
Demonstrate work behaviours consistent with company values, policies, and prescribed legal requirements.
Team player who can also work independently.
Mandated to stop unsafe work.
Ability to act as a supervisor when assigned.
Build work relationships with team members in functional departments.
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
www.anglogoldashanti.com
Local
Benefits
AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive
package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. Employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, business needs and role requirements.
Requisition ID:
30624
Category:
Trades
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Salary: Market Related
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