Engineer 1 - UG Planning

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. 

At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies.  Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.  

Learn more about our Vision, purpose, values - AngloGold Ashanti 

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

To produce mine designs for the underground mine to meet budgets for the mine plan and strategy in a manner that is consistent with the company’s Vision and Values.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support systems within the Mine Planning Department which deliver mine plans for execution and maximize the value of the underground orebody
• Deliver all work packages required for the underground mine production department under direction of the Senior Planning Engineer.
• Support and comply with systems for the Mine Planning Department to provide effective planning of work, efficient and safe work practices, and monitoring of work practices
• Analyze data related to short-term production, equipment performance, and safety metrics.
• Provide a safe work environment, comply with SHE & C plans and procedures, manage systems and processes within the Mine Planning team.
• Develop and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues, business partners, and other stakeholders, utilizing these relationships to successfully resolve issues if, or when, they arise.
• Support strategies to optimize the delivery of mine plans (designs and work packages) for execution which maximize the value of the underground orebody, including the adoption of innovative equipment, technology and work methods
• Ensure the delivery of all work packages (e.g. stope notes, development designs and grout plans) which are delivered to the underground mine production department
• Proactively communicate threats to budget delivery (such as stope physicals) to the Senior Planning Engineer
• Ensure all potential stopping material is reviewed as soon as a grade control model is available so any gaps in the schedule are identified well ahead of time
• Support and comply with standards / procedures / guidelines for all tasks carried out by the planning department and ensure they are documented and controlled

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Degree in Mining Engineering
• Professional Registrations with ERB

Experience

• At least 3 years operational experience in an underground mine.
• Experience in mine design and scheduling software (Deswik, Studio UG, Vulcan and Aegis)
• Experience in mine planning, underground drill and blast and underground mine ventilation

Knowledge & Skills

• Broad range of technical skills relevant to large scale bulk and semi selective underground mining
• Sound understanding of the mining value and risk drivers in the business unit 
• Good communication skills
• Good report writing skills

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

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Local Benefits

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.  

• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.  

• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.  

• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.  

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. Employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, business needs and role requirements.