Job Openings at AngloGold Ashanti

• The Director, Hydrogeology is a senior technical leadership role that provides expert hydrogeology and hydrology oversight across AngloGold Ashanti’s global asset portfolio.
• The Director of Hydrogeology guides risk‑informed water management, strengthens strategic and business planning, and ensures geotechnical and environmental water systems align with operational and long-term value objectives.
• The role leads knowledge transfer across the discipline, advances technology and research initiatives, and mentors technical teams to enhance geotechnical and hydrological risk management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Model AGA’s Safety Vision and Values and promote a culture where safety is the first priority.
• Support incident and accident investigations as required.
• Understand and meet all internal and external compliance obligations relevant to the role.

Technical Leadership

• Provide expert hydrogeology and hydrology input into risk‑benefit assessments supporting Business Plans, Strategic Plans, and Full Asset Potential (FAP) analyses.
• Direct the implementation of functional geotechnical systems (standards, guidelines, processes) to ensure effective control of inundation and water‑related geotechnical hazards.
• Audit geotechnical engineering designs to ensure alignment with Business Plans; develop corrective roadmaps where deviations occur.
• Offer technical guidance on environmental water management, site‑wide water balances, and hydrological considerations for all assets.
• Oversee discipline-specific contributions to quarterly integrated plans and tactical execution where required.
• Provide structured feedback and updates to BU VP Technical, VP Geotechnical Engineering, and Project/Mine Management.

Knowledge Management & Community of Practice

• Lead discipline-wide knowledge transfer through Communities of Practice.
• Develop, implement, and maintain value‑adding geotechnical engineering guidelines and processes.
• Define and maintain technical KPIs/KPAs for hydrology and hydrogeology.

Strategic & Cross-Functional Contribution

• Contribute to the CTO Technical Team and collaborate with external bodies influencing geotechnical and hydrological standards.
• Lead research partners and industry collaborators to deliver innovations aligned with AGA’s Technology Roadmap.
• Support annual strategy cycles, FAP processes, and quarterly integrated planning.

Scheduling & Delivery

• Manage multiple competing deadlines effectively.
• Provide discipline‑specific input in support of companywide strategic and business planning.

People Leadership

• Mentor and coach hydrogeology and geotechnical engineering teams to build deep technical capability and strengthen geotechnical risk management across the business.

Technical Expertise Required

Safety (Advanced)

• Recognizes and addresses safety risks and drives focus on safety objectives.

Design Basis & Design Specification (Mastery)

• Deep understanding of foundational sciences relevant to mining.
• Ability to steer research initiatives that enhance design basis and design specifications.
• Experience influencing long-term companywide design strategies.

Integrated Monitoring (Mastery)

• Expertise across mining methods and monitoring technologies.
• Recognized leader in monitoring design, data analysis, and reconciliation.

Data-Based Decision Making (Mastery)

• Integrates diverse data sources to interpret and prioritize geotechnical and hydrological risks.
• Understands limitations, uncertainty, and data quality considerations.

Engineering Tools (Mastery)

• Advanced knowledge of rock engineering systems (RES) and numerical modeling.
• Able to identify threats and opportunities in extraction geometries and schedules.

Cross-Functional Awareness (Advanced)

• Broad awareness of all major mining functions and ability to contribute effectively in multidisciplinary settings.

Innovation (Mastery)

• Guides step‑change research and development activities.
• Actively tracks emerging technologies and identifies opportunities for breakthrough improvement.

Project Management (Advanced)

• Strong understanding of AGA project management standards for major projects (> $50M).
• Capable of directing engineering design contractors and technical test work.

Business Acumen (Advanced)

• Communicates geotechnical and hydrological optionality effectively.
• Understands how geotechnical designs integrate into value models and economic frameworks.
• Able to educate others on value modeling principles.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Minimum 15 years of hydrogeological experience in the mining industry.
• Education: Post‑graduate degree in Hydrogeology (required). Additional business qualification (e.g., MBA) preferred.
• Language: Proficiency in English; Spanish, Portuguese, and/or French beneficial.
• Strong understanding of exploration, mine development, and operational mining activities.
• Demonstrated experience in water management design and implementation.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Proven capability to rapidly interpret data and make sound tactical decisions.
• Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities from a whole‑of‑business perspective.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural agility and willingness to work across diverse environments.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and a strong performance orientation.
• Willingness to travel extensively.

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• The Director, Project Studies leads the development and delivery of mining project studies across the full study lifecycle of Concept, Pre-Feasibility, and Feasibility. This role oversees small (<$10M), medium ($10M–$100M), and major (>$100M) projects to ensure alignment with Company standards, investment criteria, and strategic objectives.
• The role coordinates multidisciplinary teams, manages study execution, integrates projects into budget and capital planning processes, and maintains the Project Pipeline. Regular travel to operational sites is required.

Key Responsibilities

Study Leadership & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end delivery of project studies, including Study Reports, Project Execution Plans, and Operational Readiness Plans
• Ensure study outputs meet or exceed Company standards, governance, and investment requirements
• Define project scope, options, objectives, and success criteria with project sponsors
• Establish project charters and manage study phase transitions through close-out

Project Management & Controls

• Apply robust project management practices across scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and resources
• Develop and manage study schedules and cost estimates to drive execution and decision-making
• Monitor progress, forecast costs and timelines, identify risks and opportunities, and drive corrective actions
• Proactively manage scope changes and secure required approvals

Team & Stakeholder Leadership

• Select, resource, and lead multidisciplinary study teams and specialist resources
• Guide indirect reports, consultants, and contractors to achieve study outcomes
• Prepare teams for peer reviews, governance checkpoints, and investment reviews
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to align expectations and deliverables

Commercial, Contract & Risk Management

• Manage contracts for consultants and service providers, including selection of appropriate contracting strategies
• Identify, analyse, and mitigate project risks while actively managing opportunities
• Coordinate HSE management plans in collaboration with site HSE teams
• Clearly communicate site and corporate requirements to contractors and consultants

Strategic Integration

• Integrate studies into capital planning and budgeting processes
• Maintain and update the Project Pipeline with accurate scope, cost, and schedule information
• Contribute insight into project financials and overall mine site development strategies

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Minimum 10 years demonstrated experience in the process and extractive industries. Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in a senior position (Manager level) in the mining industry.Proven experience delivering multidisciplinary project studies in mining or extractive industries. Previous experience as a Project Manager, Study Manager, or Site Manager
• Education: Degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant mining or engineering related discipline.
• Certifications: Registration with an international project management association in either a project or program related category would be advantageous.Leadership experience managing large, diverse teams within an Owner’s team environment
• Experience participating in peer reviews and investment governance processes
• Strong understanding of international project management best practices
• International project experience (Americas, Africa, Australia) is an advantage
• Strong analytical and organisational skills
• Influential leader with excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Culturally aware and comfortable working in diverse environments
• High energy, results-driven, and committed to team success
• Ability to motivate teams and deliver outcomes in complex environments

Technical & Professional Capabilities

• Demonstrated ability to integrate all project management knowledge areas from initiation through close-out
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in uncertain environments
• Expertise in scope definition, WBS development, scheduling, cost control, and quality management
• Proven experience facilitating risk, scope, and planning workshops
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Solid understanding of procurement strategies (e.g., EPC, EPCM, LSTK, fixed-price models)
• Capability to lead HSSE planning and promote safe execution practices

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• The Director, Project Execution & Construction leads the delivery of a diverse, concurrent portfolio of Major (>$100M), Medium (>$10M–$100M), and Minor (<$10M) projects across AngloGold Ashanti’s (AGA) global footprint.
• Accountable for the full lifecycle, from implementation planning and construction through commissioning and handover. You will ensure all projects are delivered safely, within scope, on budget, and on schedule. 
• This role requires regular travel to operational sites, ensuring full integration with site budgeting, operational readiness, and strict alignment with AGA Global Project Standards and regional safety, environmental, and community frameworks. 

Key Accountabilities 

Project Delivery & Growth 

• Strategic Alignment: Identify, prioritize, and evaluate projects to support the Life of Mine (LOM) asset strategy and annual business planning processes. 
• Portfolio Execution: Lead teams in developing and executing standardized project execution plans, timelines, and budgets in accordance with Global Project Governance. 
• Efficiency & Optimization: Conduct portfolio-level planning to combine work scopes, minimize costs, proactively manage scope changes, and optimize procurement/contracting models. 
• Operational Readiness: Collaborate with engineering, design, maintenance, and site operations to ensure seamless commissioning, handover, and minimal impact on production. 

Safety, Health & Environment (HSE) 

• Visible Leadership: Provide felt leadership in health, safety, and security, embedding a culture that prioritizes both physical and mental well-being. 
• System Implementation: Oversee and improve HSE performance on project sites, ensuring strict compliance with site-based Safety Management Systems. 
• Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Integrate regional/site safety, environmental, and community requirements into project plans to consistently achieve agreed metrics. 
• Contractor Management: Ensure all project and contractor personnel receive mandatory safety training and seamlessly integrate site requirements into project HSEMPs. 

​​​​​​​People & Leadership 

• Talent Pipeline: Build, retain, and develop a high-performing, diverse, and inclusive project team with clear accountability and structural alignment to business plans. 
• Performance & Development: Conduct regular appraisals, provide constructive feedback, and execute tailored professional development plans for direct reports. 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Implement robust stakeholder management and communication matrices to navigate varied levels of influence and interest across the portfolio. 
• Culture: Lead by example to embed AGA’s purpose, values, behaviors, and cross-functional collaboration across all technical and operational disciplines. 

​​​​​​​Risk Management 

• Operational Continuity: Implement rigorous risk management processes (including CRAWs, HAZOPs, and change management) to mitigate operational impacts from shutdowns or schedule creep. 
• Compliance Auditing: Ensure strict adherence to global project standards and execute routine compliance assessments. 
• Continuous Improvement: Review and integrate lessons learned from completed projects into future planning, while ensuring team compliance with essential training (e.g., cybersecurity). 

​​​​​​​Qualifications & Experience 

Background & Education 

• 10+ years in the mining industry, including 5+ years managing brownfields/greenfields project execution or construction. 
• Proven track record managing large teams within an Owner’s team environment, alongside managing EPCM, mining, and construction contractors. 
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant science or engineering discipline. 
• Advantageous: Postgraduate qualifications (Master's), specialized Project Management degrees, or registration with an international project/program management association. 

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OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

• The Fixed Term Contractor: Manager – Financial Systems Integration is a senior, hands-on individual contributor who plays a critical role in shaping and executing the Group’s finance-systems roadmap.
• Working across SAP ERP, consolidation, planning and reporting platforms, the role turns global standards and architectural designs into robust, well-documented solutions that can be deployed and supported across multiple regions. This role works across all our finance systems including SAP FICO, HFM, Workiva WDesk, EPMWare.
• The role partners closely with Finance, Digital Technology and Operations to standardise processes and data, improve the integrity of financial information, and embed strong governance and control.
• The Senior Specialist ensures that changes are properly designed, tested, and implemented, enabling timely, accurate, and automated reporting for management, external stakeholders, and regulators

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• System Integration: Support and maintain mappings across HFM/FDMEE, TM1/Planning Analytics, Workiva/WDesk, and EPMWare.
• Functional Design: Translate business requirements into detailed functional specifications, configuration documents, and data models.
• Testing & Cutover: Develop and execute SIT/UAT test plans, manage defect resolution, and lead data migration and parallel runs during cutover.
• Governance & Support: Ensure SOX/ITGC compliance, maintain audit-ready documentation, and provide L2/L3 support for complex system incidents.
• Process Automation: Identify opportunities to standardise and automate recurring accounting processes across regional sites.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification 

• Post-graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems.
• SAP Certification is highly advantageous.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• 8+ years in financial systems administration, functional consulting, or master data management within a complex, multinational environment.
• Hands-on configuration in SAP FI/CO and to consolidation platforms (HFM, Oracle Cloud, or TM1) under IFRS/US GAAP.
• Finance systems including SAP FICO, HFM, Workiva WDesk, EPMWare
• Background in mining, resources, or capital-intensive industries is a plus.

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.

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OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

• The Manager, Production Drilling Services, plays a key role within our global procurement team. This position will take ownership of the end-to-end management of drilling services categories, which is critical to our business success.
• You’ll drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management, building strong partnerships to optimize cost, performance, and quality.
• This role requires strong market analysis, commercial acumen, and the ability to translate drilling productivity assumptions, rig utilization and time usage data into commercial models that optimize contract structures, cost per meter and overall value.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Category Strategy & Market Intelligence: Develop and implement a comprehensive Drilling Services category strategy that leverages market intelligence, cost modelling, productivity benchmarking, and drilling performance data to drive long-term value and alignment with business objectives.
• Strategic Sourcing & Contract Management: Lead tendering, negotiation, and contracting processes for high-value drilling service agreements, ensuring cost optimization, performance alignment, and compliance with governance standards.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships, establishing KPIs, fostering continuous improvement, and ensuring suppliers deliver consistent quality, cost efficiency, and innovation.
• Value Delivery & Cost Optimization: Drive measurable cost reduction and value creation through TCO management, should-cost analysis, productivity scenario modelling, and structured savings tracking across operational and capital spend.
• Productivity & Commercial Modelling: Develop and maintain drilling productivity models using rig availability, utilization, penetration rates, meters drilled, standby/delay data and Time Usage Metrics to test commercial structures and improve cost per meter.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Governance: Collaborate with operations, technical, and finance teams to align procurement strategies with production needs while maintaining robust compliance, reporting, and governance.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Commerce, Business, Finance or related field

Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in category management or commercial analytics.

Knowledge & Skills 

• Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and data analytics.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in sourcing, spend management, cost modelling, and supplier negotiations.
• Expertise in modeling drilling productivity assumptions against commercial structures, including fixed fees, variable rates, standby, availability and performance incentives.
• Demonstrated understanding of drilling productivity drivers, including rig utilization, availability, meters per rig/month, penetration rates, delay coding and cost per meter.

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. 

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ABOUT THE ROLE 

• The Superintendent Category Management provides direct output support to the Manager, Contracts and Procurement  through the establishment and maintenance of effective category strategies and contracts. The categories shall be identified and agreed to deliver corporate strategy and lowest total cost.

WORK ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Manage and support Regional Category Specialists in developing and executing category strategies, tracking savings and maintaining accurate registers.
• Lead strategic sourcing activities, including RFQ/RFP execution, cost modelling (TCO/should-cost), vendor/category summaries and monthly savings reporting.
• Develop, draft and manage contracts, variations and supplier performance scorecards, ensuring robust contract review and audit processes.
• Collaborate with Global Category Managers/Specialists to align on standardised tools, procedures and best practices for globally and regionally managed categories.
• Ensure full compliance with legal, regulatory and site-specific policies, procedures and governance requirements.
• Drive operational excellence through disciplined leadership, KPI delivery, performance reviews and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with site, regional, global teams, suppliers, regulators and stakeholders.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• 5–7 years’ experience in a senior contracts officer or category specialist role, with a proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage teams effectively.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and ARIBA, along with solid experience in category management, contract management, sourcing, and end-to-end procurement practices.
• Demonstrated capability in influencing, negotiating, and managing commercial matters, including a strong understanding of contractual agreements and business environments.
• Advanced understanding of Incoterms, import processes, spend analysis, financial analysis, and exposure to mining industry operations and supply chain dynamics.
• Strong project management, leadership, and presentation skills, supported by excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to prepare Scopes of Work and contracts.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with MS Project experience considered an advantage.

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Role Purpose

• AGA strives to produce gold in a way that is as cost-effective as possible. A relentless focus on achieving the best possible all-in sustaining cost per ounce, referred to as Cost Leadership, is a key priority across AGA. Cost Leadership requires Finance and Operations working together in a disciplined way to understand what work is being done on site, how this will translate into cost, and where things can be done more efficiently. The intended result is delivering the most value out of every dollar spent.
• Cost Leadership is not a short-term initiative; it requires a sustainable effort to build capability and improve transparency and accountability. With this in mind, AGA has developed a Cost Leadership system, primarily centered around a global Cost Management standard and playbook. The Finance teams within each region are accountable for implementing the standard and working together to improve the standard.
• Reporting to the Vice President Finance, Africa, the purpose of the Manager Cost Leadership Capability, Africa is to coordinate and drive the consistent application of the global Cost Leadership standard across the Africa region and coach the Finance Business Partners at the African sites to deliver improved Cost Leadership outcomes.
• This role requires regular travel to the African sites.

Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate the rollout and application of the Cost Leadership standard across the African sites, working closely with the Finance Business Partners and Operations stakeholders at each site.
• Ensure the consistent application of the Cost Leadership standard across the African sites.
• Coach the African Finance Business Partners to deliver improved Cost Leadership outcomes, with a focus on the expected (a) technical and analytical skills, and (b) behavioural skills.
• Seek feedback from Africa Operations stakeholders on the progress of Cost Leadership and use this to improve the application of the Cost Leadership standard across the African sites.
• Review technical reports and data for the African sites, providing feedback and improvement suggestions to the Finance Business Partners.
• Coordinate periodic Cost Leadership maturity assessments across the African sites.
• Facilitate the sharing of Cost Leadership insights, opportunities and challenges across the African sites and Finance Business Partner network, as well as proactively collaborate with Finance peers in other regions.
• Proactively collaborate with the central AGA Cost Leadership team to advise suggested improvements to the global Cost Leadership standard.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a Finance discipline.
• Qualification in coaching or social sciences is an advantage.

Experience

• 10+ years finance experience.
• Strong experience in the mining industry.
• Strong experience in operations or working closely with operational teams.
• Experience contributing to operational routines, for example daily shift-start/toolbox/Lean meetings, weekly site performance meetings.
• Experience coaching individuals to high performance, ideally in an operational environment.

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• AngloGold Ashanti is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Director, Operational Technology (OT) Infrastructure to lead and oversee all operational tech environments across the organization.
• As the Director, you will be responsible for ensuring that all OT infrastructure—including industrial networks, control systems, and data platforms—is secure, reliable, and fully aligned with the company’s safety policies, production demands, and business objectives.
• This pivotal position will enable the modernization and integration of OT environments, drive digital transformation initiatives, and foster seamless collaboration between the Digital Technology (DT) department, operations, and engineering teams globally.
• This role commands a significant budget exceeding $2 million USD annually, with oversight over a dedicated team of four or more employees, alongside multiple contractors and service providers.
• You will also influence an extended DT business unit budget of an additional $2 million USD. The position requires interaction with senior management across business units worldwide, ensuring global standards and shared success.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead the strategic and operational direction for OT infrastructure supporting production activities.
• Drive performance standards to achieve system uptime, reliability, and safety targets.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on system resilience, risk mitigation, and maintenance optimization.
• Direct the resolution of critical OT incidents to minimize impacts and safeguard operations.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and nurture robust, trust-based relationships with OT and DT teams at corporate and business unit levels.
• Provide technical leadership and consistent guidance to ensure adherence to group-wide standards.
• Facilitate cross-site knowledge sharing and standardization to enhance operational efficiency and innovation.

Infrastructure Management & Standardization

• Oversee the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of OT infrastructure assets.
• Ensure rigorous asset maintenance, system patching, and upgrades, aligned with change management processes to prevent production disruption.
• Lead vendor selection and engagement for outsourced OT support services, maintaining high performance and contractual compliance.
• Promote architectural and hardware standardization across sites to reduce complexity and cost.

Cybersecurity, Safety & Risk Governance

• Embed robust cybersecurity and safety protocols into all OT practices, adhering to AGA and industry standards.
• Partner with cyber safety teams to maintain system segmentation, access controls, and incident readiness.
• Lead disaster recovery planning for OT infrastructure, ensuring readiness and effective execution.
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments, tracking and championing remediation efforts to protect operational continuity.

Governance, Compliance & Audit

• Define and enforce governance frameworks, standardized procedures, and compliance measures for OT infrastructure.
• Manage adherence to all corporate, regulatory, and environmental health and safety obligations.
• Coordinate audit processes and implement remedial actions promptly.

Project & Change Management

• Lead global OT infrastructure projects with a focus on aligning with operational priorities and schedules.
• Collaborate with corporate and regional project offices to meet milestones, control budgets, and ensure smooth operational integration.
• Oversee change control mechanisms for control systems, supervising commissioning and testing activities to validate readiness.

People Leadership & Development

• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing team comprising central and site-based OT professionals.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ongoing technical excellence.
• Facilitate skills transfer and build organizational capability to strengthen the management of operational technology.

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for system availability, incident response, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide insightful reporting and recommendations to senior leadership based on operational data and industry advancements.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes, improve cost efficiency, and leverage digital technologies for enhanced operational outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with active registration with relevant professional bodies such as the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE) or the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM).
• Over 10 years of experience in operational technology, industrial automation, or control systems, preferably within mining or heavy industry sectors.
• A minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership capacity managing large-scale OT infrastructure environments.
• Proven expertise in digital transformation initiatives within the mining industry, network design for underground and open-pit mining environments, and disaster recovery in OT contexts.
• Strong skills in operations management, process control enhancements, continuity planning, strategic and budget planning, stakeholder engagement, and project management.
• Postgraduate qualifications such as a master’s degree in a technical discipline or business leadership (MBA/MBL) are strongly preferred.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2) is preferred.

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Role Purpose

• As part of the Commercial and Mine Improvement Area the Senior Specialist: Planning & Performance is accountable for the development of complex and high priority continuous improvement programs to add value to both business units across the Mining Alliances and the onsite Mining Contract Commercial Management functions.
• This role will drive and set the standard for the permissible commercial processes within the alliance and provide the framework, tools, and subject matter expertise to support and improve OE of the alliance. 
• This role assists in the delivery of the LOM plan by working with the integrated planning team and the Mining Contractor, this includes developing & implementing operational strategies, budgets, forecasts and related projects.
• Contributing towards the delivery of the Mining Alliance business objectives of a centralized cost focused culture, through innovation and collaboration.  

Key Accountabilities

• Build and continuously improve Contract Management and Review system for the Mining Alliance.
• Construct and submit the annual budget based on the approved option, address variances to plan, mitigate threats and manage performance.
• Deliver budget, forecasts and report performance to plans, keeping manager informed of variances to plans, identified risks and risk management plans.
• Contribute to the building of organizational capability within the commercial and mining improvement function as well as through an advisory role with stakeholders.
• Develop systems across the mining department work, integrating processes managed at the superintendent level to provide effective planning, efficient and safe work practices, performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Work with site colleagues and the Australian Region, to maximize organizational value.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience

• Must have at least 5 years mining industry experience, preferably in a commercial or engineering function.
• Tertiary qualifications in a mining industry related to discipline or equivalent operational experience.

Technical Knowledge

• Broad range of mining skills encompassing mine design, mine scheduling, mining systems, business planning and financial analysis.
• Mining cost modelling.
• Project Management.
• Proficient level of computer knowledge in Microsoft Suite inclusive of Office & Project. 
• Sound understanding of the business unit value drivers.
• Commercial acumen to operate the mine as business.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Solid problem-solving skills combined with consistent quality of work.
• Diagnostic skills in assessing process problems.

Leadership and Behavioral Competencies

• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with AngloGold Values.
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, communication and motivating skills.
• High energy, commitment and enthusiasm for the work with high personal goals for self and team.
• Well-developed industry network.

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• The Director of Global Project Engineering is responsible for interpreting the overall Organic Growth technical strategies and align to company required best practices, operational systems, design, and engineering solutions to achieve the goals and objectives of the Organic Growth projects pipeline.
• This role requires a deep understanding of all engineering disciplines and principles associated with developing projects and a thorough understanding of project management and leadership skills collaborating with other departments, stakeholders, and clients.
• As the Director of Global Project Engineering, you will lead a multidisciplinary team of Principle Engineers and EPCM contractors in support of the various Organic Growth Projects, supporting the various Study Directors and Construction Managers to deliver the pipeline of projects.
• Establishing and managing the design processes and phases, specifications, scope of work, cost estimation, and budget development of various projects, from conceptual studies to execution and commissioning.
• You will drive the design and development of mining infrastructure (Open Pit and Underground), Processing plants, and other related assets, ensuring compliance with company standards, regulatory standards, sustainability goals, and the company’s strategic objectives. The role also provides ad hoc technical assistance to the sites for trouble shooting within the Process Plants and non-Process Infrastructure.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Context setting/long term planning

• Executes strategic goals, defines objectives, and ensures alignment across teams for effective project delivery. Develop and monitor best practice operational systems, design guidelines, and quality control measures for the Global Project Engineering function.

Budget development

• Accurate cost estimation, resource planning, and reducing risks to optimize project finances.

Budget delivery

• Manages resources, timelines, and finances to ensure projects meet their milestones and financial targets.

People capability

• Manage, mentor, and inspire global design and project engineering management teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability.

Effectiveness/Capacity improvement via systems (systematic improvement)

• Drive the adoption of advanced engineering principles and innovative technologies to reduce costs and improve project lifecycles.

Stakeholder relationships

• Ensures seamless collaboration and communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams for successful outcomes. Contractually manage large-value, complex, and long-duration (>12 months) engineering and design contracts. Oversee the appointment and management of external consultants and EPCM contractors.

Risk Management/Safety

• Identifies, mitigates, and manages risks while implementing safety measures to ensure compliance and project security.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree qualification in a relevant science or engineering related discipline. Postgraduate qualifications (e.g., Master’s) are advantageous.
• Registration with Professional Engineers body (Engineers Australia, ECSA) as a Chartered/Professional Engineer.
• At least 15 Years demonstrated experience in design and gold mining and projects with proven success in managing brownfield projects, understanding the nuances of integrating new designs into active operations.
• Strong project commercial/contractual background.
• Must have Senior Management experience, preferably within an Owner’s team environment and have managed EP, EPCM, EPC contractors and specialist consultants in a project study, design, and execution environment. Demonstrated ability to lead global, decentralized teams and manage complex stakeholder landscapes.

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.