Principal Tailings Engineer

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com     

AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”), a leading global mining company, boasts a vibrant and inviting culture that beckons new individuals to join its ranks. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee is valued and celebrated for their unique perspectives and contributions. Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of their culture, promoting a sense of unity and shared goals amongst employees. Additionally, AngloGold Ashanti prioritizes employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment. Joining this dynamic organization means becoming a part of a culture that champions innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the mining industry and the broader community.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited (Africa Business Unit) is seeking experienced and self-motivated persons to join our Technical Team.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Regional Tailings Engineer will provide technical, governance and operational support related to tailings engineering across the Africa region. The role purpose is to responsibly minimise risk and maximise value through the application of technical skills 
and experience relating to tailings management. Ability to act as the Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer (RTFE) for select operations if required, the Regional Tailings Engineer will manage the Engineer of Record (EoR), provide technical support to 
the Operational Tailings Management Team at each site and provide technical support to the projects team for all projects pertaining to TSFs.

The Regional Tailings Engineer Role will be at a Senior/Principal level with the designation and remuneration dependent on the experience and capability of the candidate selected.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide guidance and expert technical support with regard to the operation of Tailings Storage Facilities (TSF) in the region, including:

                     o Ability to act as RTFE for AGA tailings facilities.
                     o Drive compliance to the AGA Group Tailings Standard, Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) and all existing permits and licenses.
                     o Manage EoR activities.
                     o Participate in business planning (Quarterly Plan, Annual Budget & Capital, Strategic Options) cycles in terms of tailings facility operations and capital planning and updating of storage calculations.
                     o Participate in regional Projects in terms of tailings facility requirements.

• Engagement with AGA Corporate Technical Office (CTO) Tailings Group. Immediately elevate critical safety or tailings facility integrity concerns and provide viable mitigation measures.
• Track progress and outcomes of all initiatives. Compile and present regular reports to the VP Technical Services.
• Identify ongoing technical improvement opportunities. Ensure adequate technical support to operations to act on these opportunities.
•  Review, interpret and report on site monthly monitoring data relating to tailings storage facilities.
•  Conduct quarterly monitoring inspections on allocated TSF’s in support of due diligence and maintenance standards. 
• Identify ongoing technical improvement opportunities to improve the efficiency of monitoring and operations.
• Participate as required in the annual TSF audits, including ITRB inspections, and support corrective actions.
• Compile and issue discipline specific feedback reports highlighting risks, opportunities and progress to the Tailings Manager and Operations Managers as required.
• Review and update facility operations manuals and processes as required.
• Provide input to TSF LoM planning with regard to strategy, capacity maintenance, budget and eventual closure across all operations.
• Compile scope of works for TSF related projects when required.
• Participate in ensuring discipline health is effective within the tailings discipline – including supporting sites to coach emerging talent and identify opportunities for training and rotations.
• Keeping abreast of relative country legislation pertaining to the operation of tailings storage facilities.
•  Knowledge sharing with regards to international best practice regarding the design and operation of tailings storage facilities.
• Modelling behaviour that is consistent with the AGA Safety Vision and Values, assisting in driving a culture where Safety is our first value, and providing support for incident/accident investigations where required

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in in a relevant related discipline (Civil, Geotechnical, Hydrogeological etc.)

Experience

• Minimum of 6/12 (Senior/Principal) years geotechnical and tailings experience and tailings dam design knowledge.
• Behaviour consistent with AngloGold Ashanti’s Values.
• Ability to work effectively with people, consultants and high performing professional teams.
• Track record of finding practical and innovative solutions to tailings disposal.
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
• Displays analytical and innovative thinking resulting in continuous improvement/ and adding value.
• Demonstrated capacity to make sound short-term tactical decisions – quickly assembling and interpreting data to 
• successfully action priorities
• Commercial acumen relevant to the role.
• Demonstrated capability in organising work, setting priorities, and exercising sound independent judgement.
•  High energy and level of enthusiasm for the work with high-performance goals for self and team.
•  Preparedness to take a well-reasoned stand on matters of importance.
• Preparedness to undertake site travel & conduct work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software suite.
• Proficiency in English is essential.
   

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants should view the full adverts details on the company’s career page address below and submit applications, with detailed CV, online:

www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers

REMUNERATION

Package will be market related considering the skills and experience of candidates.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter addressing suitability for the role. All academic and work-related achievements to be clearly highlighted. 

AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability. Experience in the manufacturing or mining sectors desired.

Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Internal applicants need to inform their managers of their intention to apply.

CLOSING DATE: 

13 September 2024

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