Anglo Gold Ashanti Jobs – June

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Director, Hydrogeology

The Director, Hydrogeology is a senior technical leadership role that provides expert hydrogeology and hydrology oversight across AngloGold Ashanti’s global asset portfolio. The Director of Hydrogeology guides risk‑informed water management, strengthens strategic and business planning, and ensures geotechnical and environmental water systems align with operational and long-term value objectives. The role leads knowledge transfer across the discipline, advances technology and research initiatives, and mentors technical teams to enhance geotechnical and hydrological risk management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Model AGA’s Safety Vision and Values and promote a culture where safety is the first priority.
• Support incident and accident investigations as required.
• Understand and meet all internal and external compliance obligations relevant to the role.

Technical Leadership

• Provide expert hydrogeology and hydrology input into risk‑benefit assessments supporting Business Plans, Strategic Plans, and Full Asset Potential (FAP) analyses.
• Direct the implementation of functional geotechnical systems (standards, guidelines, processes) to ensure effective control of inundation and water‑related geotechnical hazards.
• Audit geotechnical engineering designs to ensure alignment with Business Plans; develop corrective roadmaps where deviations occur.
• Offer technical guidance on environmental water management, site‑wide water balances, and hydrological considerations for all assets.
• Oversee discipline-specific contributions to quarterly integrated plans and tactical execution where required.
• Provide structured feedback and updates to BU VP Technical, VP Geotechnical Engineering, and Project/Mine Management.

Knowledge Management & Community of Practice

• Lead discipline-wide knowledge transfer through Communities of Practice.
• Develop, implement, and maintain value‑adding geotechnical engineering guidelines and processes.
• Define and maintain technical KPIs/KPAs for hydrology and hydrogeology.

Strategic & Cross-Functional Contribution

• Contribute to the CTO Technical Team and collaborate with external bodies influencing geotechnical and hydrological standards.
• Lead research partners and industry collaborators to deliver innovations aligned with AGA’s Technology Roadmap.
• Support annual strategy cycles, FAP processes, and quarterly integrated planning.

Scheduling & Delivery

• Manage multiple competing deadlines effectively.
• Provide discipline‑specific input in support of companywide strategic and business planning.

People Leadership

• Mentor and coach hydrogeology and geotechnical engineering teams to build deep technical capability and strengthen geotechnical risk management across the business.

Technical Expertise Required

Safety (Advanced)

• Recognizes and addresses safety risks and drives focus on safety objectives.

Design Basis & Design Specification (Mastery)

• Deep understanding of foundational sciences relevant to mining.
• Ability to steer research initiatives that enhance design basis and design specifications.
• Experience influencing long-term companywide design strategies.

Integrated Monitoring (Mastery)

• Expertise across mining methods and monitoring technologies.
• Recognized leader in monitoring design, data analysis, and reconciliation.

Data-Based Decision Making (Mastery)

• Integrates diverse data sources to interpret and prioritize geotechnical and hydrological risks.
• Understands limitations, uncertainty, and data quality considerations.

Engineering Tools (Mastery)

• Advanced knowledge of rock engineering systems (RES) and numerical modeling.
• Able to identify threats and opportunities in extraction geometries and schedules.

Cross-Functional Awareness (Advanced)

• Broad awareness of all major mining functions and ability to contribute effectively in multidisciplinary settings.

Innovation (Mastery)

• Guides step‑change research and development activities.
• Actively tracks emerging technologies and identifies opportunities for breakthrough improvement.

Project Management (Advanced)

• Strong understanding of AGA project management standards for major projects (> $50M).
• Capable of directing engineering design contractors and technical test work.

Business Acumen (Advanced)

• Communicates geotechnical and hydrological optionality effectively.
• Understands how geotechnical designs integrate into value models and economic frameworks.
• Able to educate others on value modeling principles.

 

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Minimum 15 years of hydrogeological experience in the mining industry.
• Education: Post‑graduate degree in Hydrogeology (required). Additional business qualification (e.g., MBA) preferred.
• Language: Proficiency in English; Spanish, Portuguese, and/or French beneficial.
• Strong understanding of exploration, mine development, and operational mining activities.
• Demonstrated experience in water management design and implementation.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Proven capability to rapidly interpret data and make sound tactical decisions.
• Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities from a whole‑of‑business perspective.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural agility and willingness to work across diverse environments.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and a strong performance orientation.
• Willingness to travel extensively.

US Compensation Range: $168,600 to $227,500 + Incentives

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Director, Tailings

The Director of Tailings Engineering provides global technical leadership, governance, and strategic direction for all tailings storage facility (TSF) management activities across the organization. This role ensures the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and long‑term stewardship while driving innovation and supporting major projects, M&A activities, and asset‑level execution. The position also plays a key leadership role in talent development, technical oversight, and cross‑functional collaboration within the CTO Technical team.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Leadership

• Champion a culture where safety is the first value, consistently modeling behaviors aligned with AGA’s Safety Vision and Values.
• Support incident and accident investigations as required.

Technical Governance & Operational Support

• Provide expert technical guidance to global operations, projects, and full asset potential initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Engineers of Record (EORs), Independent Tailings Review Boards (ITRBs), external vendors, OEMs, research institutions, and GTMI partners.
• Monitor and report on TSF compliance, supporting on‑site deposition planning and execution teams.
• Lead technical input into Life of Mine (LOM) planning for TSF strategy, capacity, and closure considerations.
• Provide due‑diligence support for M&A activities and contribute to project stage‑gate reviews.
• Identify emerging technologies and innovations in tailings management; collaborate closely with Digital Technology teams and Business Units to evaluate and implement new solutions.
• Actively contribute to the CTO Technical team’s initiatives and objectives.

People & Talent Development

• Demonstrate and reinforce company values in all interactions, internal and external.
• Partner with BU GMs and Process Managers on succession planning and talent management for tailings professionals.
• Serve as a mentor to tailings staff across operational and technical roles.
• Support the Tailings Discipline Lead in maintaining and enhancing the Tailings Discipline Framework.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant mining industry experience.
• Advanced technical expertise in tailings management, geotechnical engineering, hydrology, hydraulic engineering, and industry standards.
• Strong capability in operational management, business planning, and operational excellence.
• Proven project management experience.
• Ability to manage long‑term (5+ year) production and deposition planning while balancing competing priorities with corporate strategy.
• Comprehensive understanding of the mining value chain (geology, mining, geotechnical, metallurgy, engineering, tailings, and projects).
• Established industry network and strong stakeholder‑relationship skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing abilities.
• Demonstrated strategic, analytical, and independent decision‑making capability.
• Strong leadership skills with experience directing high‑performing technical teams.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to team and personal performance excellence.
• Willingness to take well‑reasoned positions on critical issues.
• Ability and willingness to undertake extensive business travel.

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Director, Project Studies – Geita

The Director, Project Studies leads the development and delivery of mining project studies across the full study lifecycle of Concept, Pre-Feasibility, and Feasibility. This role oversees small (<$10M), medium ($10M–$100M), and major (>$100M) projects to ensure alignment with Company standards, investment criteria, and strategic objectives. The role coordinates multidisciplinary teams, manages study execution, integrates projects into budget and capital planning processes, and maintains the Project Pipeline. Regular travel to operational sites is required.

Key Responsibilities

Study Leadership & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end delivery of project studies, including Study Reports, Project Execution Plans, and Operational Readiness Plans
• Ensure study outputs meet or exceed Company standards, governance, and investment requirements
• Define project scope, options, objectives, and success criteria with project sponsors
• Establish project charters and manage study phase transitions through close-out

Project Management & Controls

• Apply robust project management practices across scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and resources
• Develop and manage study schedules and cost estimates to drive execution and decision-making
• Monitor progress, forecast costs and timelines, identify risks and opportunities, and drive corrective actions
• Proactively manage scope changes and secure required approvals

Team & Stakeholder Leadership

• Select, resource, and lead multidisciplinary study teams and specialist resources
• Guide indirect reports, consultants, and contractors to achieve study outcomes
• Prepare teams for peer reviews, governance checkpoints, and investment reviews
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to align expectations and deliverables

Commercial, Contract & Risk Management

• Manage contracts for consultants and service providers, including selection of appropriate contracting strategies
• Identify, analyse, and mitigate project risks while actively managing opportunities
• Coordinate HSE management plans in collaboration with site HSE teams
• Clearly communicate site and corporate requirements to contractors and consultants

Strategic Integration

• Integrate studies into capital planning and budgeting processes
• Maintain and update the Project Pipeline with accurate scope, cost, and schedule information
• Contribute insight into project financials and overall mine site development strategies

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Minimum 10 years demonstrated experience in the process and extractive industries. Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in a senior position (Manager level) in the mining industry.Proven experience delivering multidisciplinary project studies in mining or extractive industries. Previous experience as a Project Manager, Study Manager, or Site Manager
• Education: Degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant mining or engineering related discipline.
• Certifications: Registration with an international project management association in either a project or program related category would be advantageous.Leadership experience managing large, diverse teams within an Owner’s team environment
• Experience participating in peer reviews and investment governance processes
• Strong understanding of international project management best practices
• International project experience (Americas, Africa, Australia) is an advantage
• Strong analytical and organisational skills
• Influential leader with excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Culturally aware and comfortable working in diverse environments
• High energy, results-driven, and committed to team success
• Ability to motivate teams and deliver outcomes in complex environments

Technical & Professional Capabilities

• Demonstrated ability to integrate all project management knowledge areas from initiation through close-out
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in uncertain environments
• Expertise in scope definition, WBS development, scheduling, cost control, and quality management
• Proven experience facilitating risk, scope, and planning workshops
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Solid understanding of procurement strategies (e.g., EPC, EPCM, LSTK, fixed-price models)
• Capability to lead HSSE planning and promote safe execution practices

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Senior Specialist Estimating and Cost

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Specialist, Estimating & Cost to lead the development and standardization of capital estimating and cost management practices across global projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, complaint, and high-quality cost estimates that support effective project delivery and capital planning.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop, implement, and maintain global standards, guidelines, and best practices for estimating and cost management
• Support the creation of project estimating and cost management plans aligned to governance requirements
• Lead the development and structuring of project capital cost breakdown structures (CBS) and ensure alignment with established standards
• Oversee the preparation, validation, and assurance of capital estimates, ensuring compliance with classification requirements and governance criteria
• Enable the transition of approved estimates into project control budgets
• Maintain and continuously improve estimating tools, templates, and systems (including estimate plans and basis of estimate documentation)
• Monitor market trends and economic parameters to ensure appropriate pricing and escalation factors are applied
• Provide expert cost management support and guidance to project teams, working closely with Project Managers and Regional Project Services teams
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure efficient cost management and reporting processes
• Ensure alignment with the organization’s end-to-end capital management framework
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimating accuracy, consistency, and efficiency
• Mentor and develop estimating and cost management professionals to build capability and promote best practices
• Support workforce planning, including the recruitment and allocation of estimating resources

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• A degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant mining or engineering related discipline. – Cost Engineering, QS
• PMP qualification (can be in progress)
• Registration with an international project management association in either a project or program related category would be advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in the process and extractive industries.
• Minimum 5-10 years as an Estimator working in capital management and reporting within the mining industry

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in estimating and cost software such as WinQS, CCS (Candy), Prism (Construent) etc. would be advantageous.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge and skills.
• Working with and assisting in the creation of project dashboards for reporting with PowerBi or similar.
• Familiarity with internationally accepted best practice project management techniques and principles.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability.
• Internal applicants need to inform their managers of their intention to apply.
• Interested applicants who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter addressing suitability for the role via the company’s careers website by accessing either of the following links

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.

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Senior Underground Planning Engineer – Egypt

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

Provides technical leadership for underground production planning, drill & blast engineering, and life-of-mine (LOM) ventilation modelling. Located in Cairo, Egypt, this permanent role translates long-range strategy into executable mid- and short-term schedules while driving cost optimization and strict safety compliance.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Production Scheduling: Develop 3-month, quarterly, and annual production schedules using Deswik, integrating backfill, equipment, and geotechnical constraints.
• Drill & Blast Optimization: Design precise drill patterns, charging plans, and firing sequences to meet fragmentation targets and minimize dilution.
• Ventilation Engineering: Maintain and update LOM ventilation models using VentSim to control airflow, dust, and diesel particulate matter (DPM).
• Compliance & Performance: Monitor variance in tons, grade, and cycle-time; embed risk-based critical controls into designs to prevent high-potential incidents (HPIs).
• Team Leadership: Coach junior mining engineers, manage specialized software licensing, and present decision-ready dashboards to underground leadership.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering (or equivalent)
• Medical fitness certificate for underground work, underground driving authorization
• Blasting/Explosives Handling certificates
• Mine Ventilation Certificate (required)

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• 6–8 years in underground mining operations, specifically focusing on longhole open stoping, mid-term planning, and cross-functional coordination.
• Advanced proficiency in Deswik, VentSim, and data analytics (Excel/Power BI).

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.

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Legal Counsel, Supply Chain

The Legal Counsel, Supply Chain will provide strategic legal support to the Supply Chain function and corporate stakeholders, helping the business operate safely, responsibly, and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You will play a key role in protecting and creating value through high-quality legal advice, effective contract management, and risk mitigation across complex commercial and operational activities.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Supply Chain & Commercial Contracting

• Provide expert legal advice to the Supply Chain function, supporting complex and high-value commercial activities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including construction, infrastructure, and power-related agreements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to structure and finalize contractual arrangements with third parties.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks.
• Support dispute resolution strategies related to supply chain contracts.
• Manage external legal counsel where required.
• Ensure compliance with local and international legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay current on legal developments and industry best practices.

Corporate Legal Support

• Contribute to the delivery of legal services across Corporate Functions.
• Monitor legal processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support enterprise legal risk monitoring and reporting.
• Provide input on litigation strategy and ongoing or emerging disputes.

Governance & Company Secretarial

• Support corporate governance activities and stakeholder requirements.
• Maintain statutory records and manage regulatory filings with relevant authorities.
• Assist with Board and committee processes, including preparation of materials, agendas, and minutes.

Safety & Sustainability

• Promote a strong safety culture by identifying and mitigating risks.
• Support environmental and sustainability objectives aligned with company values.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent legal degree.
• Admission to practice as an Attorney or Advocate.
• Legal project management experience or certification is advantageous.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 8 years’ post-qualification experience (in-house or private practice).
• Strong background in commercial and corporate law.
• Proven expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and implementation.
• Experience in complex, multinational environments.
• Knowledge of the mining or resources value chain is highly desirable.
• Exposure to governance and company secretarial practices.

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Specialist, Contracts Administration

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

As a Specialist, Contract Administration you will provide efficient negotiation and administration of purchase orders and contracts, focusing on cost containment, risk mitigation, and proactive end-user support across the end-to-end procure-to-pay lifecycle.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Contract Management: Maintain, negotiate, and update contracts, purchase orders, variations, and SAP Outline Agreements to ensure high data availability.
• Sourcing & Tendering: Develop and issue Tenders, RFQs, and RFPs; expedite goods and services to support global and regional category strategies.
• Performance & Savings: Create supplier scorecards to monitor performance and contribute to monthly savings reports demonstrating continuous value improvement.
• Governance & Compliance: Maintain robust documentation to ensure full SOX compliance, conduct regular contract reviews, and manage escalations before effective dates.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships with site teams, vendors, and regulators to smoothly resolve procurement bottlenecks and address supply chain risks.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Minimum BA degree in Business (or a related field).
• CIPS qualification is highly advantageous.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Minimum 3 years of commercial experience in a business, procurement, or contracting role.
• Proficiency in contract administration, spend analytics
• MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), SAP and Ariba
• SOX compliance – advantageous but needs some knowledge
• Strong commercial acumen, problem-solving abilities, cultural competency, and the agility to manage competing priorities under defined timelines.
• International and exposure working in Africa would be beneficial
• Commercial evaluations and comparative analysis

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.

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Manager, Cost Leadership

About AngloGold Ashanti

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) is a leading global gold mining company, with a diverse portfolio of operations, projects, and exploration activities across the Americas, Africa, and Australia. Our purpose is to create value for our stakeholders through safe and sustainable mining, and our people are the driving force behind our success.

Role Purpose

AGA strives to produce gold in a way that is as cost-effective as possible. A relentless focus on achieving the best possible all-in sustaining cost per ounce, referred to as Cost Leadership, is a key priority across AGA. Cost Leadership requires Finance and Operations working together in a disciplined way to understand what work is being done on site, how this will translate into cost, and where things can be done more efficiently. The intended result is delivering the most value out of every dollar spent.

Cost Leadership is not a short-term initiative; it requires a sustainable effort to build capability and improve transparency and accountability. With this in mind, AGA has developed a Cost Leadership system, primarily centered around a global Cost Management standard and playbook. The Finance teams within each region are accountable for implementing the standard and working together to improve the standard.

Reporting to the Vice President Finance, Africa, the purpose of the Manager Cost Leadership Capability, Africa is to coordinate and drive the consistent application of the global Cost Leadership standard across the Africa region and coach the Finance Business Partners at the African sites to deliver improved Cost Leadership outcomes.

This role requires regular travel to the African sites.

Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate the rollout and application of the Cost Leadership standard across the African sites, working closely with the Finance Business Partners and Operations stakeholders at each site.
• Ensure the consistent application of the Cost Leadership standard across the African sites.
• Coach the African Finance Business Partners to deliver improved Cost Leadership outcomes, with a focus on the expected (a) technical and analytical skills, and (b) behavioural skills.
• Seek feedback from Africa Operations stakeholders on the progress of Cost Leadership and use this to improve the application of the Cost Leadership standard across the African sites.
• Review technical reports and data for the African sites, providing feedback and improvement suggestions to the Finance Business Partners.
• Coordinate periodic Cost Leadership maturity assessments across the African sites.
• Facilitate the sharing of Cost Leadership insights, opportunities and challenges across the African sites and Finance Business Partner network, as well as proactively collaborate with Finance peers in other regions.
• Proactively collaborate with the central AGA Cost Leadership team to advise suggested improvements to the global Cost Leadership standard.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a Finance discipline.
• Qualification in coaching or social sciences is an advantage.

Experience

• 10+ years finance experience.
• Strong experience in the mining industry.
• Strong experience in operations or working closely with operational teams.
• Experience contributing to operational routines, for example daily shift-start/toolbox/Lean meetings, weekly site performance meetings.
• Experience coaching individuals to high performance, ideally in an operational environment.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Cost Leadership principles and practices, particularly related to routines, KPIs and activity drivers.
• Proven ability to translate financial data into business insights.
• Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and practices.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Leadership and Behavioural Competencies

• Proven ability to lead change.
• Skilled in engaging and influencing leaders and employees at all levels and in developing positive relationships with key stakeholders.
• Proven ability to influence without authority and resolve conflicts.
• Excellent communication, presentation and collaboration skills.

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