Sr. Principal Geologist, Greenfields Exploration
Greenwood Village, CO, US, 80111 Greenwood Village, CO, US, 80111
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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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The Senior Principal Geologist will lead target generation and opportunity identification across the United States and broader North America. This role is critical in driving discovery by identifying economically viable mineral resources and investment opportunities, while supporting regional business development and contributing globally as needed.
You will focus on near- to mid-term exploration outcomes (2–5 years), shaping geological strategy, mentoring teams, and influencing high-impact decisions that drive exploration success.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Target Generation
- Lead identification and evaluation of new exploration opportunities across North America, with additional global support as required.
- Monitor industry activity and apply advanced geological targeting techniques to generate high-quality prospects.
- Provide geological interpretation and recommendations for third-party and joint venture opportunities.
- Develop and refine ranking criteria to prioritize exploration investments.
- Build and enhance mineral system models at regional and district scales to support targeting and evaluation.
- Drive continuous improvement in target generation processes to increase discovery success rates.
Team Development & Technical Excellence
- Mentor, coach, and develop exploration professionals, strengthening geological capability across the organization.
- Provide technical guidance to improve interpretations, modeling, and exploration outcomes.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and scientific rigor within the geological team.
Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
- Deliver concise monthly updates on activities, performance, and key risks.
- Contribute to technical reports, presentations, and exploration metrics for internal and external stakeholders.
- Represent the organization at technical forums, conferences, and industry engagements as required.
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, legal, and regulatory requirements, including applicable U.S. legislation (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley Act).
- Adhere to company policies, budget controls, and corporate values.
- Support engagement with joint venture partners, landholders, government bodies, and local communities.
- Maintain required permits, certifications, and professional credentials.
Qualifications & Experience
- MSc or PhD in Geology (or related discipline).
- 15–20+ years of mineral exploration experience, with a strong track record in target generation and discovery.
- Deep understanding of mineral systems, exploration strategy, and risk management.
- Proven ability to mentor and develop high-performing technical teams.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging across diverse cultural and organizational contexts.
- Awareness of social, environmental, and regulatory considerations impacting exploration activities.
- Proficiency in industry-standard geological and exploration software.
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
BENEFITS:
AngloGold Ashanti North America (AGANA) offers a competitive benefits package to include company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays. Other ancillary benefits include employer paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, wellbeing reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement and a host of other benefits. AGANA recognizes the need for work life balance and offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule to employees. Eligible employees will participate in the annual short-term and long-term incentive plans. All benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and conditions and may be modified or terminated at AGANA’s sole discretion.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
AngloGold Ashanti North America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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