Apprentice: Mechanical Maintenance (Fitting)

Location: 

AU

Post Start Date:  22 Oct 2024
Description: 

 

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com   

Join AngloGold Ashanti and make Gold a part of your Story.A story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s rarest and most sought-after metals. Gold revolutionises and shapes the way in which society functions - come and be a part of our team, a team committed to building a better future. 
  

About us 
  

At AngloGold Ashanti, we pride ourselves on having a collaborative workplace that is focused on providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We want to create an environment where people feel comfortable to bring their whole, authentic self to work and feel safe, respected, and valued while doing so. 
 

AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world's largest gold producers with operations and projects spanning across four continents. Our globally diverse, world-class portfolio is supported by focused exploration in the established and new gold producing regions of the world. We offer a working environment that allows every employee to contribute, learn and flourish. 
 

In Australia we own and manage the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, and the Tropicana Gold Mine (70% AGA owned 30% Regis Resources). These are two of Western Australia’s premier gold operations, with ongoing investment and exploration taking place across both open pit and underground operations at each site. 


The Opportunity 


At AGA we celebrate diversity – diversity of thought and experience is important to us. We look for people that have an abundance of willingness and are up to the challenge of making a difference. If you feel that you may not tick all the boxes below but believe you have something unique to contribute to our team, we strongly encourage you to apply – let’s have the conversation.  
 

AGA have recently included a very rewarding new Apprenticeship to our business model, and we are excited to open this up for motivated and reliable individuals to apply to complete this 4-year program and commence a career as an Apprentice: Mechanical Maintenance (Fitter). These roles are open to school leavers, and anyone who may be looking for a new career opportunity. 
 
What You Will Be Doing 
 
As an Apprentice Mechanical Maintenance
(Fitting),  you are responsible for maintaining the mechanical equipment and associated fixed plant infrastructure to maximise availability in a sustainable cost-effective manner for the process plant and associated infrastructure. 

 

Classroom training will be provided so that you can successfully and confidently complete your nationally recognised qualification. 
 
As part of your Apprenticeship; you will learn  

  • Competency and coursework requirements for MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering  – Mechanical Trade (Fitting)
  • Confined Space Entry Training
  • Gain HRL EWP, forklift.
  • Working Safely at Heights Training
  • Work with pumps and hydraulics, pneumatic systems, mechanical drives, and transmissions.
  • Use workshop machines, hand and power tools
  • Arc welding and thermal cutting
  • Measuring and technical drawing
  • Workplace health and safety
  • AGAA and site-specific training courses
     

 The program will commence in January 2025 on 8 days, 6 days off roster at Tropicana Gold Mine  
 

After completing this Apprenticeship, your career as a Technician: Mechanical Maintenance Fitter will evolve. 
 
Eligibility 

 

  • Have an unwavering commitment to safety.  
  • Be a team player with a willingness to deliver great outcomes for customers.   
  • Be flexible and thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.  
  • An interest in Technology including wireless data, systems etc 
  • Must have unrestricted(Manual) Licence or be working towards getting it.
  • Be able to think logically and keep up with changes in technology.  
  • Be enthusiastic, motivated with a willingness to learn about this trade.  
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Underground Mining Industry experience is desirable. 
  • Have the ability to obtain a National Police Clearance. 
  • Have existing and ongoing valid Australian working rights (Mandatory). 
     

Culture and Benefits 

 
Our workplace demonstrates dignity and respect for each other, we offer challenging work, highly competitive remuneration that is regularly adjusted to market conditions and career development opportunities.
   At AGAA we consider learning as a shared responsibility and your personal development is important to us. Your new benefits will include: 
  

  • A Nationally recognised Trade Qualification 
  • Full PPE and uniform  
  • Great site facilities including a gym and leisure areas 
  • Join an organisation that is an endorsedWORK180employer 
  • Access to our industry-leading Wellness Program 
  • Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion 
  • Top Tier Private Health Insurance for you and your family 
  • Performance Bonus and Incentive Program 
  • Salary sacrifice options 


To be considered for a role you must submit a resume and complete all pre-screening questions in your application. We are looking for Apprentices that fit our values, culture and vision. 
 
Applications will close on Friday,
November 22nd, 2024, with preliminary screening commencing immediately.  

Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 website.

 

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Reg No: 1944/017354/06     

 

 

The Board: Jochen Tilk, (Independent Non Executive Director and Chairperson), Rhidwaan Gasant, (Lead Independent Non Executive Director), Kojo Busia (Independent Non Executive Director), Bruce Cleaver (independent Non Executive Director), Alan Ferguson, (Independent Non Executive Director), Albert Garner, (Independent Non Executive Director), Scott Lawson, (Independent Non Executive Director), Jinhee Magie (Independent Non Executive Director), Nicky Newton-King (Independent Non Executive Director) and Diana Sands, (Independent Non Executive Director).

 

Executive Management: Alberto Calderon (Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director), Gillian Doran (Chief Financial Officer and Exec Director), Lisa Ali (Chief People Officer), Stewart Bailwy, (Chief Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Officer), Terry Briggs (Chief Development Officer), Marcelo Godoy (Chief Technology Officer), Richard Jordinson (Chief Operating Officer) Lizelle Marwick (Chief Legal Officer).

 

Requisition ID:  25306
Category:  Apprentice
Posting Salary:  Market Related