General Physician - Oko Gold Project

About the role

G Mining Ventures (GMIN) acquired the Oko West gold project in July 2024, a new gold discovery about 95 km west of Georgetown in northwest Guyana. The company is looking for an experienced General Physician to work at the project site. The role covers clinical care, emergency response, occupational health, clinic management and reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Provide general medical consultations and treatment, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, administer first aid and stabilize patients for evacuation, prescribe according to company policy and national regulations, and keep accurate medical records.
• Respond to workplace accidents and medical emergencies, lead emergency response (trauma, burns, fractures, heat stress), coordinate ground or air medical evacuations and take part in emergency drills.
• Carry out pre-employment, periodic and exit medical examinations, monitor fitness-for-duty, identify occupational health risks and run health surveillance programmes such as dust, noise and chemical exposure.
• Run wellness programmes (malaria prevention, heat stress awareness), give health education, monitor communicable diseases and promote vaccination where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with national health regulations and mining safety laws, keep medical records confidential, prepare monthly medical reports and liaise with local hospitals, laboratories and regulators.
• Oversee the site medical facility, supervise nurses and medics, ensure medicines and supplies are stocked and maintain equipment and emergency kits.

Required profile

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognised institution.
• Valid Medical Council registration and licence to practice.
• At least 3-5 years of post-internship experience; remote or occupational health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.

Required skills

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Experience in trauma and emergency care is an asset

What we offer

• Permanent, full-time position at the project site, 14 days on / 7 days off.
• Transport, accommodation and meals provided on site.
• Competitive salary, benefits, bonus and group insurance.