AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”), a leading global mining company, boasts a vibrant and inviting culture that beckons new individuals to join its ranks. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee is valued and celebrated for their unique perspectives and contributions. Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of their culture, promoting a sense of unity and shared goals amongst employees. Additionally, AngloGold Ashanti prioritizes employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment.
ABOUT GEITA GOLD MINING LTD
Geita Gold Mining Ltd (GGML) is Tanzania’s leading gold producer with a single operation in Geita Region. The company is a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, an international gold producer headquartered in South Africa, with operations in more than ten countries, in four continents. The mine is situated in the Lake Victoria Gold fields of Northwestern Tanzania, only about 85 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s Southeast of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. The company has its head office in Geita, only 5 Km’s west of the fast-growing town of Geita, and also a supporting office in Dar es Salaam. Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic and performance driven individuals to fill in vacant position(s) mentioned below:
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POSITION
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Technician 1 - Database
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DEPARTMENT
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Geology - Evaluation
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LOCATION
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Geita Gold Mine Tanzania
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EMPLOYMENT STATUS
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Fixed Term ( 2 years )
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OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE
Provide first-line technical and geological data management support by ensuring accurate capture, validation, maintenance, and reporting of exploration and mineral resource data in compliance with AngloGold Ashanti standards and Mineral Resource estimation requirements, maintaining data integrity, security, and auditability to enable reliable resource estimation and decision-making.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Maintain a safe work environment and ensure SOX-aligned data authorization and locking controls.
- Validate and review geological data from Exploration, Grade Control, and Geotechnical teams; reject invalid datasets and coordinate corrections.
- Conduct weekly and monthly database audits and produce reports on discrepancies and corrective actions.
- Verify and reconcile assay submissions; import verified results per protocols and maintain reconciliation logs and QA/QC reviews.
- Administer and maintain geological database systems (e.g., Fusion, Datamine), including installations, upgrades, backups, version control, and data locking; coordinate with IT and vendors to resolve issues.
- Provide training and technical support, maintain SOPs and documentation, and contribute to database improvements and projects.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Education & Qualification
- Minimum of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) and Diploma in Geology/ICT.
- Certification in Database Management, Data Science, or Geoinformatics.
Experience
- Minimum of 2–3 years in geological database management or a similar role in the mining industry.
- Proven experience with geological database software, preferably Fusion and Datamine.
- Experience in data validation, quality control, and compliance with SOX or similar standards.
- Experience training or coaching end-users on database systems (highly desirable).
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficiency with geological database software (Fusion, Datamine, or similar) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
- Understanding of database management principles, data integrity, validation, reconciliation, and assay data import protocols.
- Troubleshooting skills and ability to perform software installations/upgrades; basic SQL or query language knowledge (preferred).
- Good understanding of HSE standards; strong organization, attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively; willingness to liaise with vendors; physically fit for a mining environment.
- Ability to train and coach users; proactive approach to continuous improvement; Tanzanian citizen.
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.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested applicants should view the full advert details on the company’s career page below and submit applications, with a detailed CV, online via
www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers
BEWARE OF CONMEN! GGML does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately to our Security Department, Investigation Unit, by calling +255 28 216 01 40 Ext 1559 (rates apply) or use our whistle-blowing channels by sending an SMS to +27 73 573 8075 (SMS rates apply) or emailing speakupAGA@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com
