Nafasi za kazi Tanzania – Tradesperson 2 – Welder
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. AGA has operations in more than ten countries across four continents. The mine 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: Tradesperson 2 – Welder
Contract type & Duration: Unspecified Time Contract
Department: Engineering
Reporting to: Senior Supervisor – Welding
Number of Positions: Three (3)
GGML is an equal opportunity employer: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
To perform advanced welding and fabrication tasks safely and efficiently, ensuring work meets the required quality standards. The role requires planning, execution, inspection, and reporting while working independently.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certificate of Secondary Education (CSEE) and or VETA Trade Test Certificate Grade 1 in Welding and Fabrication or Equivalent.
- The incumbent must have valid Tanzanian driving license.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in welding within mining or related industries.
- Demonstrated ability to perform complex welding tasks with minimal supervision.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate leadership skills.
- Strong problem-solving and coordination abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
- Excellent communication skills in Swahili and English, both written and oral.
- Physically fit, motivated, and able to maintain composure in stressful situations.
MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Perform welding and fabrication on heavy mining equipment (e.g., buckets, trays, frames, chassis) and attachments as per OEM or engineering specifications.
- Conduct on-site repairs in pits, workshops, or remote mining locations using mobile welding equipment.
- Fabricate brackets, guards, stands, stairs, platforms, or handrails as per engineering drawings and site safety requirements.
- Assist with scheduled maintenance of support structures, equipment mounts, and tool storage setups in maintenance bays.
- Participate in strip-down and rebuild activities of major components (e.g., dump bodies, frames) including crack detection and repairs.
- Carry out welding with proper joint preparation and alignment, especially for critical load-bearing structures on mobile equipment.
- Provide fabrication and welding support for engineering upgrades or construction projects (e.g. Fuel Bay upgrades).
- Perform positional welding, MIG/TIG or flux-cored welding were required on high-strength structural components.
- Ensure all fabricated parts meet quality standards and specifications laid out by engineering or OEM manuals.
- Maintain records of welding repairs, completed jobs, and materials used, and report to your supervisor.
MODE OF APPLICATION:
- Please apply by clicking the 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 “Tradesperson 2 – Welder”.
- 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 5th August 2025 at 5:30 PM.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
How to Apply:
Job type Full-time Job, To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
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