Engineer, Mining
Obuasi, GH

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
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POSITION |
Engineer - Mining |
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DEPARTMENT |
Projects |
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LEVEL |
1 H |
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LOCATION |
Obuasi Gold Mine |
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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)