UMA is seeking to employ qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position: SAFETY SUPERVISOR & SAFETY OFFICER.

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.

SAFETY SUPERVISOR & SAFETY OFFICER POSITION

Responsible for supervising and coordinating underground safety activities to ensure compliance with site safety standards, procedures and statutory requirements. Promotes a proactive safety culture, conducts inspections and risk assessments, and supports the operation in preventing incidents and maintaining a safe working environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate underground safety activities and inspections.

• Monitor compliance with safety procedures, statutory requirements and site standards.

• Identify hazards, assess risks and recommend appropriate controls.

• Conduct incident investigations and support corrective and preventive actions.

• Promote proactive safety practices, including pre-starts, safety observations and hazard reporting.

• Monitor ground control, ventilation, PPE, equipment and safe work practices.

• Provide safety coaching, training and toolbox talks to underground personnel.

• Maintain safety records and prepare reports on safety performance and trends.

• Work closely with Mining, Maintenance and Technical teams to address safety risks.

• Support continuous improvement of the site's safety culture and performance.

Desired Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Mining, Engineering or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years' underground mining safety experience, with supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of underground mining hazards, risk management and safety legislation.

• Relevant professional safety certification will be an advantage.

• Strong communication, leadership and incident investigation skills.

• Ability to work underground on a roster basis.

• Must possess a valid Ghanaian driving and operating licenses (C & E Classes) and can drive underground.

• Proficient in the use of Safety Database Systems (MYOSH, INX, Forwood, and HSE Central)

• NEBOSH / Mincom Certificate /Safety Management Course /First Aid/Cert IV (Training, Assessment and Evaluation) is an added advantage.

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.