Director, Geotechnical Open Pit

AngloGold Ashanti Limited; Perth; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier private health insurance

Flexible working policy

Annual bonus

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti Limited is seeking a Director Geotechnical Engineering – Open Pit to provide strategic and technical leadership across our global open pit assets. You will develop geotechnical options, manage complex workstreams, and mentor teams across international units.

The role requires on-site presence with international travel to diverse operations, including preparation to work in multiple countries. A post-graduate geotechnical mining degree and 15+ years of experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in mining-related geotechnical engineering.
• 15+ years of geotechnical engineering experience in mining.
• Strong understanding of exploration, mine development and mining activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert open pit geotechnical leadership across global assets.
• Lead development and implementation of geotechnical standards and processes.
• Contribute to business plans and strategic analyses with risk assessment.
• Ensure geotechnical designs and mine plans meet standards and identify gaps.
• Lead and develop geotechnical teams and coach staff.
• Drive knowledge sharing, innovation, and industry research.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Mining engineering

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Financial decision making

Education

Post-graduate degree in mining geotechnical engineering

Job description

Perth, WA, AU
6000 Johannesburg, ZA, 2198

Post Start Date: 1 Sept 2026

Who We Are

AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience.

At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.

Learn more about our Vision, purpose, values - AngloGold Ashanti

The Opportunity

Reporting to the VP : Geotechnical Engineering, the Director Geotechnical Engineering – Open Pit key responsibilities include providing strategic and technical leadership across AGA’s global open pit mining assets, developing geotechnical engineering options and risk management solutions, leading specialist technical teams, providing expert mentorship across international business units, managing complex and competing project workstreams, and aligning engineering standards and strategies with broader corporate objectives.

This position requires on-site presence with travel to the operations. Applicants should be prepared for international travel and working in Ghana, Guinea, Tanzania, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, DRC, Egypt and the US in diverse and challenging operations.

Accountabilities

• Provide expert Open Pit Geotechnical leadership across AGA’s global assets, projects and strategic initiatives.
• Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical standards, systems and processes to effectively manage critical geotechnical risks.
• Provide specialist technical input into business plans, strategic plans, Full Asset Potential analysis and integrated planning , identifying opportunities and value-adding options.
• Assure geotechnical designs and mine plans , identifying gaps and developing practical solutions and road maps to ensure compliance with agreed standards.
• Lead and develop geotechnical teams , providing coaching, mentoring and technical guidance to build capability across the organisation.
• Drive continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and innovation , including industry research, technology initiatives and the Geotechnical Community of Practice.

About You

• A post-graduate degree qualification in mining-related geotechnical engineering
• At least 15 years relevant geotechnical engineering experience in the mining industry
• Sound practical understanding of exploration, mine development and primary mining activities within the mining value chain
• Ability to take a one-to-two-year whole-of-business perspective in managing multiple competing priorities and reconciling these with the Company’s strategic priorities
• Strong track record of practical implementation of analytical tools and analysis.
• Demonstrated strategic and analytic thinking
• A capacity in financial decision making and Risk Management
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with people at all levels within the organisation.
• The ability to obtain National Police Clearance.
• Have existing and ongoing valid Australian working rights (Mandatory).

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

www.anglogoldashanti.com

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, champion 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.

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

We foster a workplace built on dignity and respect. We offer challenging work, competitive pay that’s regularly reviewed, and opportunities for career growth. At AGAA, learning is a shared responsibility, and your development matters to us. Your benefits will include:

• Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid).
• Flexible working policy.
• Attractive Annual Bonus.
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer.
• 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid Parental Leave.
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance.
• Active committees driving a culture of Inclusion and Belonging.
• Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave.
• Salary sacrifice and Novated Lease options.

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. AGAA recognises that standard recruitment processes are not accessible to everyone. If there are any accommodations or supports that would assist you in participating in the recruitment process for this role, please reach out to our Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity team at [e-mail] .