Engineer, Control Systems
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Newmont Corporation is hiring a Control Systems Engineer for its Ahafo operations in Yamfo, Ghana. The role involves maintaining and enhancing fixed plant industrial control systems including DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems. Candidates need an electrical or instrumentation trade certificate with 5-7 years of relevant experience.
- Full-time onsite position at Ahafo mine location
- Requires electrical/instrumentation trade certificate
- 5-7 years control systems experience needed
- Experience with Yokogawa, Rockwell, or Schneider systems preferred
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Vacancies
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Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Workplace Type
Onsite.
About the Accra Hub
Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, Newmont continues to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. The Accra Hub is Newmont's corporate office in Ghana, serving as the strategic centre for operations in West Africa. Located in Ghana's capital city, the Accra Hub brings together project managers, engineers, finance experts, human resources practitioners, communications experts, and external relations professionals who support the Ahafo South and Ahafo North mines while collaborating across Newmont's global network.
Your Impact
Support the Team Lead Control Systems Site to maintain and enhance the availability, operability, and effectiveness of the fixed plant industrial control systems for a given site.
This role provides control systems technical support for DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems, networking and telemetry, and integrating modern technologies into the ICS.
The role reviews performance metrics, develops corrective actions, supports operations and maintenance staff, collaborates with vendors, manages change and associated implementation risks, and participates in global communities of practice.
As Part of Our Team You Will
Demonstrate an overriding commitment to health, safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable development and technical regulatory compliance.
Comply with Newmont's Fatality Risk Management program, Electrical Safety Standards, and all directives given by a Newmont-appointed Site Electrical Authority.
Support the site Control Systems Team Lead to maintain and improve the availability and performance of all fixed plant control systems at a given site.
Support the site Control Systems Team Lead to monitor, report and improve the key ICS performance metrics (alarm & controller reporting, system availability, etc.).
Participate in operations and maintenance pre-start and handover meetings, remaining informed of regional priorities, issues, and initiatives.
Implement minor temporary and permanent change requests to ICS software / applications.
Execute and/or support projects and maintenance activities impacting on site industrial control systems including both field and office-based tasks.
Diagnose and resolve operations and maintenance issues related to the ICS including network, infrastructure, hardware, software, and telemetry related faults.
Support the OT Infrastructure and manage cyber security risks associated with PLC, DCS firmware and hardware, software, including the PI Historian suite.
Collaborate with the global fixed plant control systems community.
Your Training, Skills &
Experience
Checklist
Formal Qualification
Electrical and/or instrumentation trade certificate is essential. Additional qualifications in process control or control systems are desirable.
At least 5-7 years of
working with control systems in any related industry.
Significant and demonstrable
in at least one of the following systems: Yokogawa Centum VP DCS, Rockwell Control / Compact Logix PLCs, Schneider Modicon PLCs, or Citect SCADA HMI systems.
Knowledge and understanding of OsiSoft PI application suite desirable.
Significant exposure and understanding of industrial Ethernet networks.
Knowledge of industry best practice for industrial control systems.
Additional Knowledge
Solid understanding and
in managing and supporting fixed plant control systems, including DCS, PLC, and SCADA technologies. Significant hands-on
with systems such as Yokogawa Centum VP DCS, Rockwell PLCs, Schneider Modicon PLCs, or Citect SCADA HMI. Strong proficiency in industrial Ethernet networks, ICS communication protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP/IP, OPC, Profibus), and IT/OT fundamentals like virtual server setups and cyber-security.
with the AVEVA PI application suite and adherence to industry best practices for control systems, advanced computer literacy, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities, high attention to detail, effective communication, mentoring and influencing capabilities, and the ability to interact with stakeholders and work with broader control system teams. Proficient in MS Office applications like Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Skills and Abilities
Advanced computer skills and computer literacy.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
High attention to detail and effective communication.
Ability to work effectively with site and broader control system teams.
Your Work Environment
The position is located in the Ahafo North mine site.
How to Apply
Apply through the official Newmont careers page for job ID 44595.
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Yamfo, Ahafo
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About the Employer
Newmont Corporation
Mining
The Accra Hub is Newmont’s corporate office in Ghana, serving as the strategic centre for our operations in West Africa. Located in Ghana’s vibrant capital city, the Accra Hub brings together a diverse range of professionals, including project managers, engineers, finance experts, human resources practitioners, communications experts, and external relations professionals, who support the Ahafo South and Ahafo North mines while collaborating across Newmont’s global network. The office fosters a dynamic and collaborative environment, integrating local expertise with Newmont’s world-class standards. The office fosters a dynamic and collaborative environment, integrating local expertise with Newmont’s world-class standards. Working with our Accra team means being part of a mission to responsibly unlock Ghana’s mineral wealth and uplift communities. Joining the Accra Hub offers the opportunity to grow your career, collaborate with talented professionals across Newmont’s global network and help shape the future of mining in Ghana.
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