Maintenance Services Technician

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 the communities in which we operate, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Come and be part of our team — a team committed to building a better future. Be known. Be valued. Be recognised.

The opportunity

At AGA, we value diverse perspectives. If you’re ready to take on challenges and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you – even if you don’t meet every requirement. Apply and let’s start the conversation.

We are now seeking a Maintenance Services Technician (Scaffolding/Rigging) to join our Maintenance team at our Tropicana Gold Mine. Accountable to the Supervisor: Services & UG Maintenance. This role is based at Tropicana on an 8/6 FIFO roster. We operate direct flights to our sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

About the role

• Follow safety guidelines and regulations for scaffolding and rigging/dogging activities.
• Use computer management systems (SAP) to record daily job tasks and order materials from the stores warehouse.
• Plan, erect, and dismantle temporary metal scaffolding around structures and buildings.
• Update the ScaffPack register to keep detailed records of scaffolding around site.
• Inspect scaffolding for damage and defects, and perform repairs when required.
• Assist the team with the rigging and dogging of large loads on site.
• Ensure rigging gear is dismantled and stored correctly.
• Carry out tests on rigging gear to ensure safety and reliability, reporting all defects.
• Assist in the general maintenance of fixed plant and underground infrastructure.

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. You’ll bring a strong mix of technical know-how and practical experience to the team. To be considered, you should have:

• Previous experience in a similar role working within a multidiscipline team.
• Extensive experience working in a heavy maintenance environment, including mine sites.
• Hold a current Advanced Scaffold & Advanced Riggers ticket.
• Hold a current WA C class driver’s licence.
• Pass a pre-employment medical.
• Have a National Police Clearance.
• Permanent work rights in Australia (mandatory).

Culture 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.

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.