Engineer, Mining

Location: 

Obuasi, GH

Post Start Date:  14 Sept 2026

 

AngloGold Ashanti Holdings Plc

Incorporated in the Isle of Man

Registration Number 001177V

Registered as an Overseas Company in the United Kingdom

UK Company Number FC034822

 

Registered Office:

Third Floor

5, Hobhouse Court

Suffolk Street

London SW1Y 4HH

United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0) 203 968 3320

Fax: +44 (0) 203 968 3325

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com

 

 

 

POSITION

Engineer - Mining

DEPARTMENT

Projects

LEVEL

1 H

LOCATION

Obuasi Gold Mine 

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Fixed Term

 

 

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

 

  • Implement mining designs, development strategies, and production processes in the Projects department in a safe manner to prevent shortfalls in mine projects and minimise overall project cost.
  • Coordinate project execution activities within assigned mining block(s) and ensure effective communication between project engineering and operational teams.

 

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

 

  • Demonstrate and uphold AngloGold Ashanti’s values in all decisions, actions, and professional conduct.
  • Demonstrate safety leadership and improve the culture across the department and team regarding Safety, Health, Environmental and Sustainable Development.
  • Establish the necessary planning processes and practices for effective project planning and output.
  • Assist with the preparation of technical analyses, engineering assessments, and project documentation for pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, final engineering and construction to support mining projects evaluation.
  • Contribute critical mining engineering input to scoping, pre-feasibility, and definitive feasibility studies.
  • Provide support within the project team to promote operational effectiveness, design validation, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide technical support on mining engineering standards, design, installation, and commissioning activities.
  • Drive implementation of projects and sustain a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Ensure compliance with project planning standards through the development, maintenance, and application of project documentation, risk assessments, and Project Work Instructions that support safe and effective project delivery.
  • Be responsible for daily, weekly and monthly planning of projects mining activities.
  • Provide updates on underground project progress and coordinate with operational teams and contractors to ensure activities are executed to schedule.
  • Be responsible for the design of project-related engineering deliverables including drill designs, charge plans, and supporting infrastructure documentation.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement initiatives that enhance compliance, efficiency and project delivery.

 

 

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

 

Education & Qualification

 

 

  • BSc or Diploma in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
  • Shift Boss Certificate of Competency will be an added advantage.
  • Valid Ghanaian manual driver's licence as required by site.

 

 

Experience

 

 

  • Two to three years’ operational experience within an underground mining environment.
  • Proven experience in underground mining and mine planning, with exposure to infrastructure or project-focused roles.
  • Exposure to mining feasibility studies is an advantage.

 

 

 

Knowledge & Skills

 

 

  • Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of fundamental mining method.
  • Proficient in Deswik CAD, AUTOCAD and MS Office Suite, including Excel.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to support planning discussions and documentation.
  • Analytical mindset with attention to design accuracy, compliance, and execution requirements.
  • Ability to work underground as required, including travel between work areas.
  • Capable of using a computer for extended periods in an office environment.
  • Physically fit to meet site medical and functional capacity requirements.

 

 

 

 

 

Directors: N A Duggan (Chairman) / M H Levy / S J Scott / M J Kirkwood / R P H Hayes (Executive)

Requisition ID:  31134
Category:  Mining Operations
Posting Salary:  Market Related