UMAA is seeking to employ qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of a Commercial Engineer.
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.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Support the Commercial Manager - Ghana and Project Managers to ensure commercial and contractual issues that arise are risk managed and closed out
Support the Commercial Manager - Ghana and Project Managers to ensure commercial and contractual issues that arise are risk managed and closed out
Assist in the preparation, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts.
Assist in the preparation, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts.
Identification and pursuance of cost and Variations related claims to protect the bottom line' including identifying areas of cost reduction and sub-contractor claims defence.
Identification and pursuance of cost and Variations related claims to protect the bottom line' including identifying areas of cost reduction and sub-contractor claims defence.
Implement and manage the broader delay tracker/system including collaborating with the Project Controls and Mine Control teams to ensure Dayworks, Variations and Delays are captured, reported and pursued for reimbursement.
Implement and manage the broader delay tracker/system including collaborating with the Project Controls and Mine Control teams to ensure Dayworks, Variations and Delays are captured, reported and pursued for reimbursement.
Monitor and enforce contractual obligations to mitigate risks and optimize performance.
Monitor and enforce contractual obligations to mitigate risks and optimize performance.
Contribute to the development and implementation of commercial strategies to achieve business objectives.
Contribute to the development and implementation of commercial strategies to achieve business objectives.
Foster positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Foster positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Address and resolve commercial issues with- a focus on maintaining strong partnerships.
Address and resolve commercial issues with- a focus on maintaining strong partnerships.
Prepare regular reports on commercial and contractual activities for senior management.
Prepare regular reports on commercial and contractual activities for senior management.
Highlight key performance indicators and areas for improvement. coordination.
Highlight key performance indicators and areas for improvement. coordination.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
Desired Skills & Experience
BSc. or Diploma in Mining Engineering or relevant discipline.
BSc. or Diploma in Mining Engineering or relevant discipline.
Minimum of Three (3) to Five (5) years post qualification work experience, three of which must have been in the Mining Industry, preferably underground mining.
Minimum of Three (3) to Five (5) years post qualification work experience, three of which must have been in the Mining Industry, preferably underground mining.
Must possess Blasting/Mine Supervisors certificate of competence.
Must possess Blasting/Mine Supervisors certificate of competence.
High level Strong Computer Skills with Proficiency in Mine Planning & Design software and other related packages.
High level Strong Computer Skills with Proficiency in Mine Planning & Design software and other related packages.
Must be conversant with the Mining Act and related regulations of the Republic of Ghana and be able to interpret and apply these laws and regulations.
Must be conversant with the Mining Act and related regulations of the Republic of Ghana and be able to interpret and apply these laws and regulations.
Leadership experience and a strong desire to coach and develop others.
Leadership experience and a strong desire to coach and develop others.
Proven people management skills in a similar environment.
Proven people management skills in a similar environment.
Well-developed oral and written communication skills with the ability to liaise with and influence key stakeholders.
Well-developed oral and written communication skills with the ability to liaise with and influence key stakeholders.
Must possess a valid Ghanaian driving license and can drive underground.
Must possess a valid Ghanaian driving license and can drive underground.
Must possess understanding of electronic blasting system (Icon and Digi shot)
Must possess understanding of electronic blasting system (Icon and Digi shot)
Be commercially savvy with a strong business acumen.
Be commercially savvy with a strong business acumen.
Ability to work under pressure and have the desire to achieve.
Ability to work under pressure and have the desire to achieve.
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:
Include an introductory paragraph in your cover letter explaining why you believe you are suited to the role you are applying for
Include an introductory paragraph in your cover letter explaining why you believe you are suited to the role you are applying for
Limit your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to four (4) pages
Limit your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to four (4) pages
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
List your most recent positions first.
List your most recent positions first.
Applications, together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications, should be submitted to ObuasiLocalEmployment@anglogoldashanti.com with the Job Position as the Subject Matter before or on 10th November 2026.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted, and all applications should be sent via the above stated e-mail address. Hand delivered applications will not be considered.