Mining Engineering at Anglo American

About the Job

Job Description

• As a Professional In Training (PIT): Mining Engineer, your training will cover a wide range of essential aspects, including basic development and stoping theory, practical experience, departmental exposure, and blasting certificate courses. In the underground mining realm, you'll delve into practical mining training, obtain your blasting certificate, and develop a deep understanding of the intricacies of mining operations. Surface mining will see you working alongside the blasting team, gaining exposure to various departments, and completing practical training as a foreman and mine overseer.
• You'll also contribute to mine planning, design, and project work while acting as a subordinate manager. Safety and environmental responsibility are paramount, and you'll actively participate in safety initiatives to ensure compliance with SHE legislation and statutory requirements.
• This is an exciting opportunity for graduates who want to have a smarter future within mining. Initially, you will be offered a three-year graduate programme with our Southern Africa Business Unit rotating to one or more of our sites where possible. You have the chance to make a difference in real projects and follow a structured learning development journey.
• If you are ready to make the most of everything you’ve learned so far, be challenged, work together with industry leaders, and be a part of a supportive and a vibrant Graduate community, then Anglo American is ready for you. 

Qualifications

To qualify for the Professional In Training Programme, you must:

• Have a BEng/BSc (NQF 7 or 8) Mining Engineering
• Have completed your degree or are due to graduate by December 2023.
• Have no more than two years of relevant work experience.
• Be a team player with strong leadership potential.
• Demonstrate drive, ambition, and a passion for challenging work in our operations.
• Be available to work in remote areas of South Africa as our operations are in the Northern Cape and you will be located in Sishen or Kolomela mine.
• This role requires a high level of mobility. You are encouraged to obtain a driver’s license.