Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com
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, championing 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.
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 an experienced Superintendent – Metallurgical Technical Services; to join our accomplished Processing Team at Tropicana Gold Mine.
Accountable to the Processing Manager, this role is responsible for managing and continuously improving production activities to ensure the business unit meets or exceeds the plan.
This is a FIFO position offered on a 8 days on/6 days off roster.
Role Purpose:
To provide strategic support to the processing plant by leading improvement initiatives, investigating, assessing and implementing technologies and processes to deliver lower sustainable costs and optimum gold production rates. Lead the business improvement team in processing department to deliver value.
Accountabilities
- Ensure that safety, health and environmental standards are complied with
- Assist the Process Plant Manager in the execution and achievement of the production plan
- Manage, develop and promote continuous improvement principles and philosophies within the Processing team that align with AGA’s Full Asset Potential
- Execute Capital Projects held within the Processing Department, and support Projects executed by other departments
- Management of Plant Control System (PCS) including technical & commercial oversight of external parties
- Provide input into the construction of the annual processing physical and Opex/Capex budget.
- Liaise with metallurgical, operational and maintenance staff on the planning and scheduling of improvement activities
- Manage a team of 2 direct reports , and the activities of external contractors
- Analyse production results and recommend improvement activities to management
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:
- Extensive professional experience within the mining industry and gold processing plants
- A Tertiary qualification held in Metallurgy, Process or Chemical Engineering
- Previous roles held at operational superintendent level
- Working knowledge of gold processing technologies, including High Pressure Grinding Rolls
- Exposure to the Cyanide Code
- Production planning, maintenance planning and project management experience
- Proactive attitude with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with other departments to achieve business goals
- A proficient level of computer skills and knowledge in MS Office
- Permanent work rights in Australia
- 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:
- Fully Covered Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family
- 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.
