2026–2027 GRADUATE TRAINING PROGRAM – NATIONAL SERVICE – MINING ENGINEERING

Underground Mining Alliance Akyem (UMAA)

Obuasi

Full-time

3 years

Bachelor's Degree

Posting expires Aug 16, 2026


Description

KEY DUTIES OF NSP MINING ENGINEERS

  • The National Service Mining Engineer will work under the supervision of experienced mining professionals and gain practical exposure to underground mining operations. Key duties and responsibilities include:

  • Assist in the planning and execution of underground mine development and production activities.

  • Support the preparation of short-term and long-term mine plans.

  • Assist with mine design, drilling and blasting activities under supervision.

  • Collect, analyse and interpret mining and production data for reporting purposes.

  • Monitor daily production activities and report any operational challenges.

  • Assist in conducting underground inspections to ensure compliance with mining standards and operational procedures.

  • Support ventilation, ground support and mine safety monitoring activities.

  • Participate in production meetings and contribute to operational planning.

  • Assist in monitoring equipment utilisation and productivity.

  • Support surveying and geological teams during underground operations where required.

  • Ensure compliance with the Company’s Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures.

  • Prepare daily, weekly and monthly technical reports.

  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.

  • Undertake any other duties assigned by the Mining Engineer or Mine Management.

COMPANY EXPECTATIONS

  • Successful applicants should demonstrate:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (with particular emphasis on Excel)

  • Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong work ethics and professionalism

  • A high standard of work quality

  • Adaptability and willingness to take on varied responsibilities

  • Ability to work under pressure and in dynamic environments

  • Creativity, initiative, and effective problem-solving skills

  • A minimum of 6 months to 1 year of internship experience

  • Commitment to health & safety, and continuous learning.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • This opportunity is open to Ghanaian final-year students completing their studies in 2026 and eligible for the 2026–2027. National Service Programme, pref-erably from the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), UMA’s long-standing academic partner.

  • Interested applicants from the Obuasi catchment communities are encouraged to apply.

  • Interested females are highly encouraged to apply.

  • Applications from the community must be validated by appropriate community stakeholders.

Eligible Programs of Study

  • BSc. Mining Engineering

Location

UMAA operations are based in Obuasi, approximately 63 Km southwest of Kumasi in Ghana’s Ashanti Region.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please submit the following documents to ObuasiLocalEmployment@anglogoldashanti.com

Subject line should be your field of study (e.g. Mechanical Engineering).

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae

  • National Service details (Number and PIN)

  • Academic transcripts

Application Deadline: 1st August 2026

SELECTION PROCESS

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews and assessed on:

  • Technical and Analytical skills

  • Behavioural Competencies

  • Organisational fit

  • Ability to adapt and thrive in a mining environment.

All selected applicants will be required to successfully pass targeted interviews and tests before final selections are made and committed to by Company.

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Underground Mining Alliance Akyem (UMAA)

Company Profile

Underground Mining Alliance Akyem (UMAA) 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.

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