Engineer 3 - UG Drill & 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. 

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

• Provide technical support to underground production drill and blast operations and be responsible for technical services drill and blast functions.
• Support reporting, rosters, drill and blast plans and schedules, while ensuring activities are completed in a timely, professional and safe manner.
• Support explosive store inspections, stock reconciliation, and stope notes and 3MS inputs related to drill and blast activities.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Review, design and optimize stopes, drill designs and charge plans to meet site standards and support effective underground drill and blast performance.
• Prepare drilling and blasting schedules in consultation with mine planning and operations, and communicate issues affecting drilling, charging accuracy and blasting results.
• Monitor drill stock availability, support explosive store inspections and stock reconciliation, and contribute to cost-effective and efficient drill and blast operations.
• Lead stope closure activities, compile closure notes, provide stope notes and 3MS inputs, and prepare required production and technical reports.
• Maintain safe working practices, meet statutory safety and environmental reporting requirements, participate in inspections and audits, and ensure compliance with Company and statutory standards.
• Mentor Drill and Blast Engineers and Graduate or Junior Engineers, maintain contractor relationships, and support continuous improvement, budgeting and operational coordination when required.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

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

Experience

• 6+ years of experience in underground drill and blast and underground operations.
• Experience working in a mechanized mine.
• Previous experience in Longhole Open Stoping and Transverse Stoping mining methods.
• Experience in supervision and coordination of mining works and personnel.
• Experience in mine planning is an advantage.

Knowledge & Skills

• High level of computer literacy with mining software such as Aegis, Vulcan, Datamine and Deswik, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of underground mining and haulage.
• Knowledge of drill design assumptions, optimization and performance improvement.
• Strong safety orientation with the ability to identify and communicate safety, health and environmental issues.
• Ability to record and manage data and reports, make autonomous decisions and develop contingency plans.
• Good English communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work across disciplines, manage diverse teams and coach junior engineers.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• 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.

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.