UMA is seeking to employ qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position: Mine Captain.

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.

MINE CAPTAIN POSITION

Responsible for coordinating and supervising underground mining activities to achieve safe, efficient and planned production targets. Ensures effective shift management, compliance with mining standards and safety requirements, and optimal utilization of personnel, equipment and resources.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all underground production activities with strong focus on Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) compliance and crew discipline.

• Assist the Mine Foreman in the coordination and supervision of Bogging and Trucking operations during his/her shift, ensuring alignment with UMA’s production target and safety standard.

• Maintain a proactive approach to operational performance by consistently demonstrating safety awareness and cost – conscious decision making

• Liaise with the maintenance team to coordinate the servicing and availability of both mobile and fixed underground equipment.

• To organise, lead, develop and monitor a team of people thus delivering specialist Contract Mining Services to the client and being accountable for the direct results.

• Full comprehension that this position is highly sensitive and crucial to the company’s operations.

• Co-ordinate with the maintenance department on the servicing of underground equipment both mobile and fixed.

• Liaise with procurement to ensure mining consumable levels are provided to a satisfactory level to match production requirements.

• Ensure underground training matrices are communicated and accurately maintained in accordance with training schedules and mining requirements.

• Foster a disciplined and result driven team culture, ensuring all planned work is executed to required standards.

• Take responsibility for personal and professional development, actively seeking opportunities to enhance skills and performance.

• Building effective working relationships - the ability to build and maintain effective collateral and cross functional working relationship.

• Building trust & accountability displaying high levels of integrity and honesty.

Desired Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Must have a minimum of 5 years working experience in an underground mining environment.

• Must have a statutory certification from the Inspectorate Division of the Minerals Commission of Ghana as an Underground Mine Captain.

• Must be a holder of Mine Rescue and valid First Aid Certificate

• Must have knowledge and understanding of the Duty of Care Standards, Mining Inspection Act & Regulations, In-depth knowledge in the Minerals and Mining (Health, Safety and Technical Regulations)2012, (LI 2182) and Minerals and Mining (Explosives) Regulations 2012, (L.I. 2177).

• Must have thorough understanding of underground mining operations, and solid safety performance at the personal and professional level.

• Must be able to apply standards, policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

• Must have good working knowledge with MS Office Suite.

• Ability to drive and operate underground equipment will be an added advantage.

• A proven successful track record of leading teams and managing people.

• Must possess a valid Ghanaian driver’s license at least C & E classes.

• Ability to interpret drill plans, drill holes and align equipment according to ground conditions.

• A demonstrated passion for safety and a proactive attitude toward ensuring that safety is always paramount.

• Broad knowledge in heavy earthmoving machinery and ancillary plant including all equipment as required for successful underground Mining.

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 Guidelines

To maximize the success of your application, please ensure that your submission includes the following:

1. Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV).

2. CV limited to four (4) pages, with your most recent employment or positions listed first.

3. Your CV must include personal/demographic details, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, and at least two (2) referees.

4. Copies of relevant certificates and supporting documents:

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their application together with a detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications, to recruitment@umaghana.com with the Position as the Subject Matter before or on 31st August 2026

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.