Graduate Engineer, UG Drill and Blast

Who We Are

AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience. 

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OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

To learn, assist and support underground drill and blast daily duties.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist with daily drill and blast reports, schedules, and plans in accordance with the site production plan requirements.
• Participate in explosive store inspections on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Prepare charge plans.
• Prepare drill designs.
• Assist with drill and blast stope note inputs preparation.
• Undertake general administration duties and participate in site audits as required.
• Report on all safety matters relating to underground drill and blast operations.
• Ensure all statutory reporting requirements are met in relation to safety and environmental incident deadlines within the department.
• Be responsible for all QA/QC monitoring and data capturing relating to underground drill and blast.
• Adhere to GGML safety and health policy and procedures.
• Comply with all company environmental standards.
• Work with the Senior Engineer to assist in the compilation of all monthly progress reports relating to underground drill and blast.
• Participate in electronic blasting preparation.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Degree in B.Sc. in Mining Engineering.
• Valid Driving License.
• Valid Blasting Certificates.

Experience

• At least 1 year of working experience in underground drill and blast.
• Experience working at a mechanized mine.
• Demonstrated experience managing teams to achieve successful outcomes.

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of underground mining and haulage.
• Understanding of drill design assumptions.
• Demonstrated experience with autonomous decision making and creating contingency plans.
• Demonstrable record of managing data and report.
• Ability to work collaboratively with and manage a culturally diversified workforce.
• Ability to work across all disciplines, where rigorous engagement and interaction is expected.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision while strictly adhering to safety and task priorities.
• Fluent in English, oral and written.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Please apply through our recruitment portal by following the link below. Please click the link or type the URL address on a website browser to access the application portal.

• 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 “Director Human Resources", Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be Graduate Engineer - UG Drill & Blast

Application Link: https://careers.anglogoldashanti.com/job-invite/30625/

• If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers 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 7th August 2026 at11:59 Pm.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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