Senior Resource Definition Geologist – Sunrise Dam
Full Time NEW

Join AngloGold Ashanti and make Gold a part of your Story. A story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s rarest and most sought-after metals. Gold revolutionises and shapes the way in which society functions – come and be a part of our team, a team committed to building a better future.

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 now seeking to hire a Senior Resource Definition Geologist to join our Mine Exploration team at Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. This is a full time position, based on a FIFO 8/6 roster.

Accountable to the Superintendent: Resource Development, you will be accountable for supporting and delivering the resource development processes, to ensure consistent and predictable delivery of the mineral inventory to successfully deliver the mine plan. 

Accountabilities:

• Developing and expanding the resource base of the underground mine
• Management and coordination of a team geologists to ensure performance to plan
• Contractor management
• Medium term planning, budgeting and scheduling of the underground works
• Diagnostic analysis of data to track performance to plans
• Coordination and management of drill programs, core logging, geological interpretations and ore domaining
• High level project work and report writing
• Monthly/Quarterly/Annual report submissions
• Continuous improvements and updates to processes and procedures
• Training, coaching and mentoring staff
• Staff performance reviews
• Completing all tasks in accordance with all relevant safety instructions, procedures and rules, and the Duty of care for employees as legislated

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, we would like to see you have:

• A relevant tertiary or postgraduate degree in Geology
• Extensive experience within a geology discipline, working in active mine environments. Underground exploration experience in gold will be highly regarded
• A comprehensive understanding of the whole mining cycle
• A strong safety leadership culture
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced mining environment with the skills to troubleshoot and provide solutions aligned to the business plan
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with staff and contractor management and leadership
• Proficient in 3D software packages with experience in Leapfrog highly regarded
• Experience using scheduling software, such as Deswik
• Sound knowledge of QAQC practices
• Permanent work rights in Australia
• Current C class Manual Drivers Licence
• The ability to obtain a 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
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employer
• Access to our industry-leading Wellness Program
• Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion
• Top Tier Private Health Insurance for you and your family
• Performance Bonus and Incentive Program
• Salary sacrifice 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

Recruitment Agency approaches and referrals will not be accepted for this role, all interested candidates must apply directly to be considered for any role advertised by AngloGold Ashanti Australia.