ABOUT GEITA GOLD MINING LTD
Geita Gold Mining Ltd (GGML) is Tanzania’s leading gold producer with a single operation in Geita Region. The company is a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, an international gold producer headquartered in Denver, USA. AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) has operations in more than ten countries across four continents. Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML) is situated in the Lake Victoria Gold fields of Northwestern Tanzania, only about 120 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s Southeast of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. The company has its main office and operations in Geita, only 5 Km’s west of the fast-growing town of Geita, and a supporting office in Dar es Salaam. Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic and performance driven individuals to fill in vacant position(s) mentioned below:
Position: Technician 2 – Metallurgical
Department: Process Plant
Reporting to: Engineer 3 – Metallurgical
Number of Positions: One (1)
GGML is an equal opportunity employer: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The purpose of this role is to provide technical and metallurgical support to ensure that the Process Plant achieves maximum metallurgical efficiency. The role is responsible for monitoring and optimizing plant performance, supporting production teams with technical expertise, and contributing to process improvements through data analysis, metallurgical test work, and operational initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy and Mineral Processing Engineering. Metallurgy and Mineral Processing.
EXPERIENCE:
• 2 – 4 years of laboratory or metallurgical test work experience, preferably in a gold processing environment.
• Hands-on experience in metallurgical sampling, laboratory analysis, and geometallurgical test work.
• Familiarity with laboratory instruments, calibration procedures, and sample analysis.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Strong knowledge of metallurgical and geometallurgical laboratory test procedures.
• Ability to conduct diagnostic test work like comminution, leaching, and gravity concentration test work.
• Competence in sample preparation, bottle roll testing, sieving, and XRF analysis.
• Proficiency in calibration of laboratory equipment and handling of laboratory reagents.
• Strong data capturing, analysis, and reporting skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Excel, databases, and plant/lab monitoring systems).
MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Safety & Compliance
• Champion and enforce safe work practices in all laboratory and plant activities, ensuring compliance with statutory and company safety regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety by mentoring junior staff, leading toolbox talks, and proactively identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
Sampling & Plant Support
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise weekly, monthly, and quarterly crushing and milling circuit surveys, including belt-cut and milling/classification surveys, providing recommendations for operational optimization.
• Oversee grade control support by guiding sample splitting, submission, and validation processes in collaboration with the SGS laboratory.
• Lead and advise metallurgists in rise test exercises and resolve complex plant sampling challenges with minimal supervision.
Sample Preparation & Laboratory Operations
• Supervise and ensure the accuracy of sample homogenization, splitting, and preparation processes for physical and chemical analysis.
• Monitor and validate sieving operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and accuracy of recorded data.
• Review and interpret daily bottle roll and re-leach test results, providing insights for grade control and metallurgical decision-making.
• Design, execute, and interpret geometallurgical test programs, including comminution, concentration, and leaching, to support process improvement.
Laboratory Test Work & Analysis
• Independently design, conduct, and analyze metallurgical and geometallurgical test work, preparing technical reports and presenting findings to plant management.
• Perform advanced analysis using XRF and ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of analytical reports.
• Oversee calibration and performance verification of laboratory instruments (pH meters, DO meters, Mars scale, mass balances, etc.) to maintain high standards of data quality.
• Establish and monitor preparation of standard solutions, ensuring consistency and availability of laboratory consumables.
Laboratory Equipment & Maintenance
• Train and guide staff on the safe and effective operation of key laboratory equipment (jaw crusher, tumbling mill, bottle roll machine, sieve shaker, rotary splitter, gravity concentrator).
• Take ownership of laboratory equipment management by initiating preventive maintenance, coordinating repairs, and ensuring minimal downtime.
• Develop and implement equipment management procedures to optimize efficiency, safety, and longevity of laboratory assets.
Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
• Lead compliance with laboratory corrective action procedures, ensuring swift resolution of deviations from performance standards.
• Drive troubleshooting and process improvement initiatives, recommending innovative test approaches to enhance plant performance.
• Provide mentorship and technical support to laboratory members, ensuring knowledge transfer and capacity building.
• Develop, review, and maintain accurate records of test work, reagent usage, and plant performance indicators, ensuring data integrity for decision-making.
MODE OF APPLICATION:
• Please apply by clicking APPLY NOW button below.
• On the portal you will be required to upload your detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, e- mail and telephone contacts, names, and addresses of three referees. Please do not attach certificates that are not related to the qualifications stated above.
• You will also be required to upload a cover / application letter addressed to “Senior Manager Human Resources”, Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be “Technician 2 – Metallurgical”
• If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website https://www.geitamine.com/en/people/ for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs on our recruitment portal (SuccessFactors).
• You will be required to present original certificates if you are contacted for interviews.
• Internal Applicants (those currently employed by AngloGold Ashanti) must have their application letter endorsed by their Head of Department (HOD) or Manager once Removed (MoR).
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
• Applications should reach the above on or before 27th October 2025 at 5:30 PM
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
How to Apply:
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