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Sr. Specialist, Mining Engineering Projects (Obuasi, GH) @ Anglogold Ashanti Limited

Obuasi, GHOnsiteFull-timePosted 19 days ago

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<p> </p> <p><img src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/64a26b46/6ad2131a-ddb5-485b-a6a6-d.png"></p> <p>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. </p> <p>AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited, Obuasi Gold Mine is currently near completion of the redevelopment phase to become a modern, efficient and long-term profitable operation. The underground mining operation has been fully mechanized and designed to produce up to an average maximum of 5,000 t/day of ore mined.</p> <p>We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our dedicated team as per the details below:</p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <table class="MsoTableGrid" style="width:524.5pt;border-collapse:collapse;border:medium none currentcolor" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr style="height:14.15pt"> <td style="width:127.85pt;border:none;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt">POSITION</span></strong></p> </td> <td style="width:396.65pt;border:none;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Senior Specialist - Mining Engineering Projects</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:14.15pt"> <td style="width:127.85pt;border:none;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt">DEPARTMENT</span></strong></p> </td> <td style="width:396.65pt;border:none;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Projects</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:14.15pt"> <td style="width:127.85pt;border:none;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt">LOCATION</span></strong></p> </td> <td style="width:396.65pt;border:none;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Obuasi Gold Mine Ghana</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:14.15pt"> <td style="width:127.85pt;border:none;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt">EMPLOYMENT STATUS</span></strong></p> </td> <td style="width:396.65pt;border:none;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Fixed Term </span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:127.85pt;border-width:medium 1.0pt medium medium;border-style:none solid none none;border-color:currentcolor windowtext currentcolor currentcolor;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt">CLOSING DATE</span></strong></p> </td> <td style="width:396.65pt;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt;border:medium none currentcolor"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"> 21st July 2026</span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 106.5pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-106.5pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20">OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20"> </span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Oversee strategic project designs and planning, feasibility studies, project cost modelling, and the review of consultants’ deliverables for underground mining projects.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Manage the technical aspects of mining projects including scopes, designs, schedules, costs, studies, and reviews to support safe and effective delivery.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise projects, ensure compliance with technical standards, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20">ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20"> </span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrate and uphold AngloGold Ashanti’s values in all decisions, actions, and professional conduct.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Allocate a minimum of 30% of time to actively support full compliance with site safety requirements and foster a culture of zero harm across all activities.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Plan and schedule the execution of lateral and vertical development, access rehabilitation, and bulk excavation within the Mining Projects areas.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Support the evaluation of mining projects, ensuring technical, financial, and operational viability from pre-feasibility studies to final engineering and construction.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Interface between operations, project teams, and consultants to ensure alignment and provide ongoing support for mining studies.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Manage project engineering services providers and vendors or consultants, including performance against deliverables.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Provide detailed review and feedback on mining engineering deliverables.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Provide guidance and technical leadership on standards, design, installation, and commissioning related matters for mining projects.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Provide project and study governance and ensure the AngloGold Ashanti Project Management Framework is applied.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Ensure compliance with project planning standards through the development, maintenance, and application of project documentation, risk assessments, and Project Work Instructions.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Provide critical mining engineering input to scoping, pre-feasibility, and definitive feasibility studies.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Support the project engineering team through knowledge sharing, mentoring activities, and participation in collaborative project reviews.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Monitor project progress underground and coordinate with project teams, contractors, and consultants to ensure activities are executed in accordance with approved scope, schedule, and safety requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Support the evaluation of capital projects through technical inputs, design reviews, documentation preparation, and stakeholder engagement.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Support the preparation of capital project proposals including cost estimates, scope definition, and documentation required for AFE submissions.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and provide updates on cost performance and potential variances.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Lead and manage direct reports within the project team, ensuring support for operational effectiveness, design validation, and continuous improvement.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Contribute to the review of project-related engineering deliverables including drill designs, charge plans, and supporting infrastructure documentation.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Support business improvement initiatives and contribute to the implementation of project-related improvements that enhance compliance, efficiency, and project delivery performance.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20">ROLE REQUIREMENTS</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20">Education &amp; Qualification</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20"> </span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">A post degree would be considered a strong asset.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Additional training in project management or underground infrastructure planning is desirable.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">PMP or GHIE certification is an advantage.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20">Experience</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Minimum 8 years’ proven experience in underground mining and mine planning, with exposure to infrastructure or project-focused roles.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">At least five years at senior supervisory level within a planning or technical department.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Working knowledge of capital project evaluation, mine services design, and underground project execution.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Exposure to Alliance-style contractor–owner environments and cross-functional collaboration.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20">Knowledge &amp; Skills</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Proficient in Deswik CAD and MS Excel; familiarity with Deswik Scheduler is an advantage.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">AutoCAD proficiency.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Strong written and verbal communication skills to support planning discussions and documentation.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Analytical mindset with attention to design accuracy, compliance, and execution requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Understanding of project scopes, sequencing, and cost alignment within operational schedules.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Ability to work underground as required, including travel between work areas.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Capable of using a computer for extended periods in an office environment.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Physically fit to meet site medical and functional capacity requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Valid Ghanaian manual driver&apos;s licence (as required by site).</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20"> </span></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#231f20"> </span></strong></p><p> </p> <p>MODE OF APPLICATION</p> <p>Interested applicants should view the full advert details on the company’s career page address below and submit applications, with a detailed CV, online via</p> <p><a href="https://www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers">www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers</a></p> <p> </p> <p>BEWARE OF CONMEN! AGA 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 +233556582933 or 0322296755 (rates apply) or use our speak-up direct and toll-free numbers: International Line: +27315715654; Toll- Free Number: 0800400001 or emailing [email protected] or use the internet at <a href="https://www.tip-offs.com">www.tip-offs.com</a></p> <p> </p>

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