Shutdown Planner/Scheduler: Maintenance - Tropicana

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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.

In Australia we own and manage the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, and the Tropicana Gold Mine (70% AGA owned 30% Regis Resources). These are two of Western Australia’s premier gold operations, with ongoing investment and exploration taking place across both open pit and underground operations at each site.

The Opportunity

At AGA we celebrate diversity – diversity of thought and experience is important to us. We look for people that 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 are now seeking a Shutdown Planner/Scheduler to join our Maintenance team at Tropicana Gold Mine.

Accountable to the Shutdown Coordinator, this role is part of a small and close-knit team and is responsible for collaborating with planners to create a schedule for the execution of planned shutdowns.

This role is offered on an 4/3 FIFO roster flying from Perth or Kalgoorlie, however, flexible variations in the roster will be considered.

Accountabilities:

• Extracting data from the system to help to determine the labour, resources and timeline required for planned shutdowns
• Delivery quality work packs for contractors to successfully execute planned works
• Liaise with internal and external supervisors and management to ensure sound knowledge of upcoming scheduled work
• Providing support to the Shutdown Planners in planning activities during preparation process
• Effectively chair weekly shutdown scheduling meetings to identify business risks, maintenance requirements and continuous improvement opportunities
• Prepare KPI reports to measure shutdown process compliance, schedule completion and identify variance to plans.
• Identify and apply improvement initiatives for scheduling processes, systems, and procedures.
• Apply scheduling principles and assist to forecast maintenance budget, operating & shutdown schedules, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Demonstrate an overriding commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility, delivering compliance with SHE&C plans, management systems and processes

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 would like to see you have:

• Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Project and SAP
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
• Previous experience in the Mining industry, preferably in a Shutdown Planning or Scheduling role
• Ability to work collaboratively in a group and team environment
• High level of commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
• Prior experience in using PalmCrest is desirable but not essential
• Previous exposure and ability to use Excel would be highly regarded
• A current WA ‘C’ class drivers license
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance
• Existing and ongoing permanent working rights in Australia is mandatory

Culture and Benefits

Our workplace demonstrates dignity and respect for each other, we offer challenging work, highly competitive remuneration that is regularly adjusted to market conditions and career development opportunities.   At AGAA we consider learning as a shared responsibility and your personal development is important to us.  Your new benefits will include:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employer
• Access to our industry-leading Wellness Program
• Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion
• Top Tier Private Health Insurance for you and your family
• Performance Bonus and Incentive Program
• Salary sacrifice 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.

Recruitment Agency approaches and referrals will not be accepted for this role, all interested candidates must apply directly to be considered for any role advertised by AngloGold Ashanti Australia.