Mine Engineer : Production
Tropicana Gold Mine, WA, AU, 6430
Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com
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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 currently seeking a Mining Engineer: Underground Production to join our committed and passionate Underground team at Tropicana Gold Mine. Accountable to the Senior Mining Engineer.
This role is offered on an 8 days on/6 days off FIFO roster, where we operate direct flights to our sites from Perth and/or Kalgoorlie.
Role Purpose:
To coordinate the production drilling and stoping activities in relation to drilling and blasting in order to achieve schedule targets. The drill and blast engineers report to and liaise with the Alternate Underground Manager in order to facilitate the achievement of production targets relating to stope ore movement and drilling activities.
Accountabilities:
• Be an active safety leader in line with the company values, policies and procedures
• Collaborate with contracting partners to ensure compliance to the mining plan
• Complete stope drill designs, charge plans and reconciliations in line with the business requirements
• Ensure production excellence by participating in QAQC activities for blasting
• Complete slot raising designs, remote plans and void management plans in line with site procedures
• Show active field leadership through regular underground inspections
• Provide mentorship for graduates
• Take lead in business objectives and projects
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives
• Ensure the health and safety of underground workers through detailed and accurate technical plans in line with the WHS Act and Regulations.
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, you will demonstrate
• A degree in Mining Engineering
• Previous experience in underground production activites
• Effective time management and decision-making skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Existing Permanent working rights in Australia
• Western Australian “C” class driver’s license
• The ability to obtain a new National Police Clearance
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 where possible
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employer
• Access to our industry-leading Wellness Program
• Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion
• Fully Covered Top Tier Private Health Insurance for you and your family
• Attractive Annual Performance Bonus
• 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