Manager, Geotechnical Underground
Perth, WA, AU, 6000 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.
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.
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Manager: Geotechnical Engineering
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a highly competent professional within the Geotechnical space to lead the initiative in this recent opening based in Perth, Australia.
Reporting to the Director: Geotechnical Engineering (Underground), the Manager: Geotechnical Engineering (Underground Design) key responsibilities include developing geotechnical engineering designs and risk management solutions across AGA’s global underground mining assets, leading design teams, managing complex and competing project workstreams, and aligning engineering standards and strategies with broader corporate objectives.
This position requires on-site presence with travel to the operations. Applicants should be prepared for international travel. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to be based in Perth and have the ability to travel and work in Ghana, Guinea, Tanzania, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, DRC, Egypt and the US in diverse and challenging operations.
Accountabilities:
- Provide expert Underground Geotechnical services and support for designs to risk-benefit scenarios, in the Business Plan and Strategic Plans, for all AGA Underground assets, including:
- Leading the development of geotechnical engineering designs to support the Business plans Strategy and long-term Full Asset Potential initiatives.
- Coordinating compilation of geotechnical design charters as agreed upon with projects/operations, and managing task priorities, initiatives, deadlines and resourcing to drive these to completion.
- Supporting the implementation and application of functional geotechnical systems, (i.e., standards, guidelines, processes, procedures) on Projects and in operational Business Plans to ensure apt control of geotechnical hazards.
- Direct leadership, resource deployment, and task prioritisation over a flexible engineering team while maintaining a direct reporting line to geotechnical leadership and key stakeholders.
- Compiling and issuing discipline specific feedback, highlighting optionality and action register progress to the BU VP Technical, VP Geotechnical Engineering and Project/Mine Management as required
- Coaching and mentoring the operational and CTO Geotechnical teams to be competent in managing geotechnical risks
About You
People are at the heart of everything we do. We want you to collaborate with us, share your ideas and feel confident to challenge the status quo. Key requirements include:
- A degree qualification in a relevant mining-related Geotechnical Engineering
- A minimum of 15 years working experience in the mining industry
- Sound practical understanding of exploration, mine development, primary mining activities within the entire mining value chain
- Ability to take a one-to-two-year whole-of-business perspective in managing multiple competing priorities and reconciling these with the Company’s strategic priorities
- Demonstrated capability in organising work, setting priorities, and exercising sound independent judgement and preparedness to take a well-reasoned stand on matters of importance.
- Strong track record of practical implementation of analytical tools and analysis.
- A natural ability to lead and work effectively with high performers and with varying technical teams.
- A cultural awareness and willingness to explore and embrace different cultures and values
- Highly effective interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with people at all levels within our organisation.
- Preparedness to undertake extensive business travel
- Able to provide a current National Police Clearance.
- Have existing and ongoing valid Australian working rights (Mandatory).
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Cultures and Benefits:
We foster a workplace built on dignity and respect. We offer challenging work, competitive pay that’s regularly reviewed, and opportunities for career growth. At AGAA, learning is a shared responsibility, and your development matters to us. Your benefits will include:
- Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid).
- Flexible working policy.
- Attractive Annual Bonus.
- Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer.
- 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid Parental Leave.
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance.
- Active committees driving a culture of Inclusion and Belonging.
- Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave.
- Salary sacrifice and Novated Lease options.
Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 website. AGAA recognises that standard recruitment processes are not accessible to everyone. If there are any accommodations or supports that would assist you in participating in the recruitment process for this role, please reach out to our Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity team at InclDiversityEquity@anglogoldashanti.com.