Specialist Mine Geology
Full Time

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.

The opportunity

At AGA, we value diverse perspectives. If you’re ready to take on challenges and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you — even if you don’t meet every requirement. Apply and let’s start the conversation.

We’re growing – and due to changing business needs, we’re seeking a permanent Underground Mine Geologist to join our Geology team. Reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, you’ll be based at Sunrise Dam Gold Mine on a roster of 8 days on / 6 days off, with the choice of direct flights to our site from Perth or Kalgoorlie.

Sunrise Dam provides a rare career opportunity to work on one of the biggest and most geologically complex underground gold operations in Western Australia deploying a unique underground grade control process utilising five underground RC rigs and conditional simulation. As Mine Geologist, you will add value by conducting detailed UG mapping & assessment of developments for ore/waste. When not underground, your time will be spent assisting with updating orebody interpretations, production tracking, QAQC and planning and designing drill programs to help define reserves to support the operation’s delivery of 250koz+ per year. The primary purpose of this role is delivering the grade control, ore definition, ore production, material tracking, and reconciliation processes to meet monthly production schedules.

You will form part of a skilled, tight-knit team, backed by your Senior Mine Geologist and supported with the resources and guidance you need to succeed. While the work is demanding, the team culture remains supportive and inclusive, with respect, collaboration, and genuine care for its people at its core.

About the role

• Demonstrate a strong affinity with AGA values, especially in safety ‘walking the talk’.
• Coordinate within the geology and mining teams to ensure succinct and timely execution of the mine plan.
• Manage and report daily, weekly, and monthly production activities, reviewing to plan and reporting against scheduled performance.
• Undertake and oversee underground mapping and sampling of development drives. Training graduate geologists in all aspects of their roles.
• Contribute to updating of orebody domains based on mapping and drilling information.
• Drill samples management & QAQC of assay results.
• Contribute to drill database management, mine to mill reconciliations and material tracking.
• Manage reverse circulation drilling activities from scheduling to design and implementation.
• Assist grade control geologists in generating high-quality models using conditional simulation techniques.
• Building and maintaining cooperative and collaborative working relationships with alliance partners across site.
• Completing all tasks in accordance with all relevant safety instructions, procedures, and rules, and the Duty of care.

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 should have:

• A relevant tertiary degree in Geology.
• Preferably 2 years of Mine Geology and comfortable with underground environments.
• A strong sense of safety.
• Good communication and written skills.
• A comprehensive understanding of the mining cycle.
• Proficient in 3D software packages like Vulcan ,Leapfrog & Deswik
• Experienced in QAQC practices.
• Full Australian Working Rights.
• Current C class Manual Driver’s Licence.
• The ability to obtain a National Police Clearance. 

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 InclDiversityEquity@anglogoldashanti.com.

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 bringing their whole, authentic selves 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 four continents. Our globally diverse, world-class portfolio is supported by focused exploration in 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.