Senior Specialist Resource Evaluations
Johannesburg, ZA, 2198
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.
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POSITION |
Senior Specialist Resource Evaluation |
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DEPARTMENT |
Technical Services |
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LOCATION |
Johannesburg |
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EMPLOYMENT STATUS |
Permanent |
OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE
AngloGold Ashanti is seeking an experienced Senior Specialist Resource Evaluation to provide technical support in the development, delivery, and assurance of Mineral Resource models across the Africa Business Unit. This role is focused on ensuring resource models are produced to a high standard, in line with AngloGold Ashanti standards, reporting requirements, and business needs, while also supporting operations through onsite guidance, training, and specialist input
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Build and deliver geological, Mineral Resource, and grade control models to support planning and reporting
- Provide specialist technical support on Mineral Resource evaluation methodologies, systems, and processes across operations
- Assist sites with Mineral Resource evaluation activities to ensure accurate and timely completion of models and reporting
- Support projects and studies requiring technical input on resource estimation and model performance
- Conduct peer reviews of Mineral Resource models and provide findings and recommendations to stakeholders
- Support capability building through training, coaching, and mentoring of site geology teams
- Contribute to risk identification by highlighting opportunities, liabilities, and geological risks within resource models
- Maintain strong collaboration with geology, resource evaluation, and wider technical teams across the business
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Education & Qualification
- Degree in Geology plus a qualification in Geostatistics or Mineral Resource Evaluation
- Registration with a recognised professional body relevant to international reporting codes
- Postgraduate qualification advantageous
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
- At least 8 years’ relevant Mineral Resource Management experience
- Experience in operational geology, geological modelling, and Mineral Resource evaluation across different gold deposit types
- Strong proficiency in Leapfrog Geo, Datamine, and Isatis
- Sound understanding of geological interpretation, geostatistics, QAQC, mine geology, exploration, and Mineral Resource reporting
Strong report writing, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Willingness to travel periodically to operations for technical support and training
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.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability.
- Interested applicants who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter addressing suitability for the role via the company’s careers website by accessing the link below
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
Reg No: 1944/017354/06
AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability.