Senior Production Engineer

at  AngloGold Ashanti

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 Senior Production Engineer to join our Underground team at Sunrise Dam Gold Mine.
This permanent position is accountable to the Underground Manager and is offered on an 8/6 :4/3 FIFO basis from Perth and/or Kalgoorlie.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Be an active safety leader in line with the company values, policies and procedures
• Provide statutory coverage and ensure all statutory requirements for the underground mine are met
• Coordinate, manage and mentor a team of Mining Engineers
• Facilitate the achievement of day-to-day activity of the underground mining operation as part of the Mining Alliance
• Analyse, track and report operational execution against mine plans
• Identify, assess and manage risks to the execution of the mine plan
• Ensuring approved plans and infrastructure are in place ahead of the scheduled requirement
  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 or related discipline, and/or extensive prior experience in Underground mining
• WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency – desirable but not essential
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage, engage, lead and coach a team of experienced professionals and technical personnel
• Demonstrable high-level mine design skills, preferably with Deswik software
• A strong understanding of an underground mining operation with a focus on effective sequencing, and to translate it into executable mine plans.
• Critical thinking ability, being able to identify and solve potential issues in mine sequencing and design.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Effective time management, decision making, and communication skills
• Existing Permanent working rights in Australia

Requisition ID: 24823
Category: Mine Planning
Posting Salary: Market Related