Location: Obuasi
Apply to: info@quantumlcltd.com
The Mining Equipment Trainer is responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluating training programs for mining equipment operators and technicians. This role ensures personnel are competent in operating and maintaining a range of heavy equipment per OEM standards, safety protocols, and site-specific procedures. The trainer must be experienced with Caterpillar, Komatsu, Hitachi, Volvo, or similar equipment, and certified to instruct both theoretical and practical modules.
Key Responsibilities & Performance Indicators
1. Training Program Development & Delivery
Design and deliver equipment training (theory and hands-on) for operators and maintenance staff aligned with OEM specs and safety standards.
KPls:
- Number of training sessions delivered
- % of personnel successfully certified
- Curriculum compliance with OEM/SOP requirements
- Post-training competency assessment scores
2. Pre-Employment Testing
Conduct theoretical and practical assessments for operator candidates before employment to ensure baseline competency and suitability.
KPls:
- Candidate pass rate on pre-employment tests
- Time to complete testing and feedback
- Reduction in early operator en-ors
- Successful onboarding rate
3. Operation, Safety Training & Certification
Provide instruction on safe equipment operation, hazard awareness, and emergency procedures, coupled with assessments to certify operator competency and recommend retraining if necessary.
KPls:
- Safety incident reduction post-training
- Operator error frequency
- Compliance with site safety standards
- Certification pass rate (%)
- Skill gap closure rate
- Re-certification frequency
- Assessment turnaround time
4. Continuous Improvement, Coaching & Mentoring
Regularly update training materials to incorporate new technologies and best practices, while providing field coaching and on-the-job mentoring to reinforce skills and improve operator behavior.
KPls:
- Curriculum update frequency
- Trainee feedback scores
- Coaching hours per month
- Behavior improvement metrics
- Supervisor feedback
- Incident reduction in coached teams
5. Compliance & Documentation
Ensure all training complies with regulations, OEM, and internal policies; maintain accurate training and certification records.
KPls:
- Compliance audit pass rate
- Training record accuracy(%)
- Overdue certification count
- Regulatory training completion rate
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to identify training needs, close skill gaps, and support production objectives.
KPls:
- Training impact on productivity(%)
- Joint initiatives completed
- Downtime reduction due to operator errors
- Stakeholder satisfaction
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Email your CV and relevant documents to: info@quantumlcltd.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.