In a significant step towards building and empowering its community, AngloGold Ashanti’s Obuasi Mine, in collaboration with Mac Partners Training Institute, embarked on a comprehensive Jumbo Operator training program in South Africa for seven (7) youth apprentices from the Obuasi community.
A twelve-week program aimed to enhance the skills of trainees in underground mining activities, a critical aspect of the mine’s operations.
Selection Process
The journey began with a rigorous selection process, comprising
01 – Aptitude Test
02 – Dover Test
03 – Face-To-Face Interview
Training Overview
The Murray and Robert Training Academy (MRTA), in collaboration with Mac Partners Training Institute, designed a structured training schedule focusing on:
- AD Hoc Training
- Basic Fire Fighting (BBF)
- Sandvik DD321 Drill Rig
- Drill Rig Operator
- Working at Heights
- MRTA Inductions
- TM3 Operations – Underground Hardrock Skills
- TMM Appreciation
- TMM Basic Engineering
To ensure effective knowledge transfer, the training academy employed a multi-stage approach
Electronic Learning – Virtual Reality Training – 3D Simulator Training – Practical Training
By investing in its workforce, AngloGold Ashanti Ghana demonstrates its commitment to growth, success, and community development. This program not only enhances individual skills but also contributes to the mine’s overall productivity and safety.
