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

After an impressive debut in 2013, the Tropicana gold mine has consistently achieved or beaten performance targets. Owned by AngloGold Ashanti Australia Ltd (70% and manager) and Independence Group NL (30%), this large-scale, modern open pit gold operation represents one of the most significant Australian gold discoveries of the last decade. Tropicana has now established itself as an industry leader in operational excellence, offering an attractive working environment and contemporary accommodation and facilities.

We are now seeking a Senior Technician - Processing to join our Processing team. This permanent role is based at the Tropicana Gold Mine on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth or Kalgoorlie. Reporting to the Supervisor: Operations Processing, this role is accountable for

Accountabilities

The main tasks of the roles include:

Maintaining a safe workplace, leading by example and promoting a positive safety culture

Ensuring adherence to site policies and procedures

Identifying and eliminating hazards with a view of achieving an injury free workplace

Reviewing and monitoring adherence to operational procedures

Provide relief support for the operations supervisor as required and adopt all accountabilities for the duration of the relief period

Support the operations supervisor in undertaking on the job training within the team of processing technicians

Maximise the plant performance by adhering to set parameters and ensure KPI’s are always met or exceeded

Investigate and suggest potential solutions to plant variations and performance

Operate all operational areas of the processing plant, including the operations center and the tailings storage facility

Assisting with the planning of maintenance activities to avoid impacts to the plan, forecast and budget deliverables

Effective communication, understanding and support given to all other departments based on transparent information sharing

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:

4-5 years’ experience in gold processing

Sound computer literacy including MS outlook, office and SAP software

Exposure to SAP and work management systems

A “can do” and proactive attitude

Current WA C class (manual) drivers licence

Permanent work rights in Australia

A National Police Clearance

To be successful in this role you will also need to share AngloGold Ashanti's values and its commitment to safety and the environment.

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:

Top Tier Gold Private Health Insurance for you and your family

Attractive performance bonus

Salary sacrifice options and Novated Leases

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employer

Access to our industry-leading Wellness Program

Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Recruitment Agency approaches and referrals will not be accepted for this role, all interested candidates must apply directly to be considered for any role advertised by AngloGold Ashanti Australia.