Engineer 1- UG Ventilation

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 design, implement, monitor, and optimize the underground mine ventilation system to provide a safe, healthy, and productive working environment. To ensure adequate airflow and effective control of dust, heat, diesel emissions, and hazardous gases in compliance with company standards, mining regulations, and industry best practices.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop and maintain underground ventilation plans and models.
• Monitor airflow, gas concentrations, temperature, and dust levels.
• Ensure compliance with mine ventilation legislation and company standards.
• Design ventilation circuits, fans, regulators, and ventilation controls.
• Investigate and resolve ventilation-related issues affecting safety or production.
• Support mine planning by incorporating ventilation requirements into mine designs.
• Conduct ventilation surveys and analyse performance data.
• Recommend improvements to enhance ventilation efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Prepare technical reports, ventilation schedules, and statutory documentation.
• Mentor ventilation technicians and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stop any work that is being done in an unsafe way and report the same to the supervisor or safety personnel.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Mining Engineering or equivalent qualification obtained from a recognized institution.
• Registered with ERB.

Experience

• At least 2 to 5 years and above work experience in underground mining.
• Experience in various underground mechanized mining methods.

Knowledge & Skills

• Awareness of safety requirements.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.
• Positive attitude towards end users and team.
• Good communication with end users, service provider, and team.
• Self-motivated.
• Committed to work.
• Teamwork and cooperation.
• Attention to detail.
• Interpersonal communication.
• Respecting individual team members.
• Building relationships with team members in functional departments.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

www.anglogoldashanti.com

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.