Senior Exploration Geologist

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com   

Belong at AngloGold Ashanti Australia and make gold a part of your story. A story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s most sought-after precious metals.

What we do goes beyond mining. We support communities in which we operate, championing environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Come and be a part of our team, a team committed to building a better future. Be known. Be valued. Be recognised. 

About us

At AngloGold Ashanti, we pride ourselves on having a collaborative workplace that is focused on providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We want to create an environment where people feel comfortable to bring their whole, authentic self to work and feel safe, respected, and valued while doing so.

AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world's largest gold producers with operations and projects spanning across four continents. Our globally diverse, world-class portfolio is supported by focused exploration in the established and new gold producing regions of the world. We offer a working environment that allows every employee to contribute, learn and flourish.

The Opportunity
 

At AngloGold Ashanti we celebrate diversity – diversity of thought and experience is important to us. We look for people who have an abundance of willingness and are up to the challenge of making a difference. With this in mind, if you feel that you may not tick all of the boxes below but believe you have something unique to contribute to our team, we strongly encourage you to apply – let’s have the conversation.

We currently have an exciting new venture, where we seek a Senior Exploration Geologist to join the Global Greenfields Explorations (GFX) business unit. The role leads the development of geological and mineral system models to enhance gold exploration targeting, while planning and supervising safe, sustainable exploration programs.

You will also manage and collaborate with geoscientists, specialists, and business partners to progress projects and achieve key performance outcomes.

Based in Mackay, Queensland, this is a permanent opportunity that operates on a variable, field and office-based roster cycle.

Accountabilities:

• Develop geological and mineral system models to improve targeting of gold mineralisation.
• Plan, implement, and oversee exploration programs in a safe and sustainable manner.
• Lead and manage a team of geoscientists, collaborating with specialists and business partners to deliver exploration outcomes and meet KPIs.
• Drive short- to medium-term exploration activities (12–24 months) aligned with project objectives.
• Ensure delivery of work to required standards of quality, time, and process compliance.
• Identify process improvements and remove barriers to progress.
• Manage team performance, resources, and budgets effectively.
• Support capability development through performance management and individual development planning.

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. 

To be considered, we are looking for;

• Degree qualified in Geology (BSc Hons or MSc) with 7+ years’ exploration experience (10+ preferred), ideally in gold.
• Strong technical capability across exploration methods, including geochemistry, structural geology, mapping, GIS, drilling, and geophysics.
• Skilled in integrating complex data to develop geological models and generate exploration targets.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage teams.
• Strong understanding of safety, environmental, ESG, and stakeholder engagement requirements.
• Commercially aware with knowledge of exploration, mining, and risk management.
• Highly organised with strong reporting, presentation, and relevant software skills.
• Australian working rights and a current passport holder.

Culture and Benefits

Our workplace demonstrates dignity and respect for each other, we offer challenging work, competitive remuneration that is regularly adjusted to market conditions and career development opportunities. At AngloGold Ashanti, we consider learning as a shared responsibility, and your personal development is important to us.

Your new benefits will include:

• Fully Covered Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (not a discount or partial payment – fully paid)
• Flexible working policy
• Attractive Annual Bonus

• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180, and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer

• 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.

AngloGold Ashanti 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

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Reg No: 1944/017354/06

The Board: Jochen Tilk, (Independent Non-Executive Director and Chairperson), Alan Ferguson, (Lead Independent Non-Executive Director), Kojo Busia (Independent Non-Executive Director), Bruce Cleaver (Independent Non-Executive Director), Albert Garner, (Independent Non-Executive Director), Jinhee Magie (Independent Non-Executive Director), Nicky Newton-King (Independent Non-Executive Director), Diana Sands, (Independent Non-Executive Director) and Marcus Randolph (Independent Non-Executive Director).

Executive Management: Alberto Calderon (Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director), Gillian Doran (Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director), Lisa Ali (Chief People Officer), Stewart Bailey, (Chief Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Officer), Terry Briggs (Chief Development Officer), Marcelo Godoy (Chief Technology Officer), Lizelle Marwick (Chief Legal Officer) and Marcelo Pereira (Chief Operating Officer).