Anglogold Ashanti

Location: Perth, WA, AU, 6000 Johannesburg, ZA, 2198
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Post Start Date: 1 Sept 2026
Description: Who We Are
AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience.
At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.
Learn more about our Vision, purpose, values - AngloGold Ashanti
The Opportunity
Reporting to the VP: Geotechnical Engineering, the Director Geotechnical Engineering – Open Pit key responsibilities include providing strategic and technical leadership across AGA’s global open pit mining assets, developing geotechnical engineering options and risk management solutions, leading specialist technical teams, providing expert mentorship across international business units, managing complex and competing project workstreams, and aligning engineering standards and strategies with broader corporate objectives.
This position requires on-site presence with travel to the operations. Applicants should be prepared for international travel and working in Ghana, Guinea, Tanzania, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, DRC, Egypt and the US in diverse and challenging operations.
Accountabilities: Provide expert Open Pit Geotechnical leadership across AGA’s global assets, projects and strategic initiatives.
Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical standards, systems and processes to effectively manage critical geotechnical risks.
Provide specialist technical input into business plans, strategic plans, Full Asset Potential analysis and integrated planning, identifying opportunities and value-adding options.
Assure geotechnical designs and mine plans, identifying gaps and developing practical solutions and road maps to ensure compliance with agreed standards.
Lead and develop geotechnical teams, providing coaching, mentoring and technical guidance to build capability across the organisation.
Drive continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and innovation, including industry research, technology initiatives and the Geotechnical Community of Practice.
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 post-graduate degree qualification in mining-related geotechnical engineering
At least 15 years relevant geotechnical engineering experience in the mining industry
Sound practical understanding of exploration, mine development and primary mining activities within the mining value chain
Ability to take a one-to-two-year whole-of-business perspective in managing multiple competing priorities and reconciling these with the Company’s strategic priorities
Strong track record of practical implementation of analytical tools and analysis.
Demonstrated strategic and analytic thinking
A capacity in financial decision making and Risk Management
Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with people at all levels within the organisation.
The ability to obtain National Police Clearance.
Have existing and ongoing valid Australian working rights (Mandatory).
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
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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, champion 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.
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 <a href="mailto:InclDiversityEquity@anglogoldashanti.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">InclDiversityEquity@anglogoldashanti.com</a>.
Requisition ID: 31027
Category: Geotechnical
Posting Salary: Market Related

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