UMAA is seeking to employ qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of Bogger Operator
This is Obuasi based Fixed Term Contract position with a competitive work roster at its operation in Obuasi. Remuneration package includes attractive salary and performance-based incentive payments for the right candidate.
The position will provide you with an excellent opportunity to further develop your career in underground mechanised mining while working alongside experienced industry professionals in a safe, dynamic and outcome focused environment.
The Bogger Operator is responsible for loading and hauling broken rock or ore from draw points and loading bays to stockpiles or trucks using Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) machines.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Mark up faces in accordance with geological, statutory and survey specifications
Mark up faces in accordance with geological, statutory and survey specifications
Install all ground support and drill cable bolt hole, decline etc
Install all ground support and drill cable bolt hole, decline etc
Work without supervision to lead and complete technical activities for the department and ensure accurate and timely completion of activities
Work without supervision to lead and complete technical activities for the department and ensure accurate and timely completion of activities
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality and environmental policies
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality and environmental policies
Responsible for conducting and reporting results while maintaining accurate and detailed records and or plods
Responsible for conducting and reporting results while maintaining accurate and detailed records and or plods
Prepare communication materials, manuals and other written materials related to technical issues, programs or systems
Prepare communication materials, manuals and other written materials related to technical issues, programs or systems
Responds to complex technical problems, making decisions that are guided by policies
Responds to complex technical problems, making decisions that are guided by policies
Prioritizes and schedules work that is requested by the department
Prioritizes and schedules work that is requested by the department
Ability to read and understand designed ground support plans
Ability to read and understand designed ground support plans
Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge of jumbo rigs is an added advantage
Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge of jumbo rigs is an added advantage
Must demonstrate good oral / written communication skills in English
Must demonstrate good oral / written communication skills in English
Team Player and result oriented
Team Player and result oriented
Comply with all underground mining safety procedures and standards.
Comply with all underground mining safety procedures and standards.
Skills and Requirements
Over 2 years’ experience as a jumbo Operator
Over 2 years’ experience as a jumbo Operator
Minimum of a High School Certificate.
Minimum of a High School Certificate.
A minimum of 2 years’ underground mining experience
A minimum of 2 years’ underground mining experience
Relevant Ghanaian driving License class C & E.
Relevant Ghanaian driving License class C & E.
Ability to read mine plans and survey instructions.
Ability to read mine plans and survey instructions.
Knowledge of drilling systems, hydraulics, and mechanical equipment.
Knowledge of drilling systems, hydraulics, and mechanical equipment.
Strong commitment to safety and risk management.
Strong commitment to safety and risk management.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Selection Process
Eligible candidates will be selected after the interview process and evaluated for suitability in terms of behavioural characteristics, organisational fit, capability to work with the relevant complexity of work and ability to establish and maintain a positive and engaging culture with all stakeholders.
Application Process
When applying, please follow the guidelines below to maximize the success of your application:
Limit your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to four (4) pages with most recent positions first.
Limit your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to four (4) pages with most recent positions first.
Your CV must include demographic detail, qualifications, work experience and a minimum of two referees.
Your CV must include demographic detail, qualifications, work experience and a minimum of two referees.
Include copies of relevant, original certificates and academic records.
Include copies of relevant, original certificates and academic records.
Applications, together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications, should be submitted by the deadline date to ObuasiLocal Employment@anglogoldashanti.com with the Position as the Subject Matter before or on 16th October 2026.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.