Senior Technician Mine Geology

AngloGold Ashanti Australia; Shire Of Laverton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Annual bonus

WORK180 endorsement

Parental leave 26 weeks

Training opportunities

Inclusion & Belonging

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti Australia is seeking an Open Pit Production Assistant to join the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine geology team. The role supports ore control, monitors mining performance, and ensures clear communication between geology and mining teams. FIFO roster 8/6 with flights from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

You will contribute to safety, data reporting, stockpile management, and continuous improvement initiatives, while developing practical mining and geology skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in open pit mining and mine geology.
• Understanding of ore control and mining processes.
• Experience in a production mining environment.
• Strong data management and reporting skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Be an active safety leader and promote safe work practices.
• Monitor mining activities and support ore control processes.
• Attend daily production and planning meetings.
• Validate production and material movement data.
• Maintain ore stockpiles and minimise ore loss and dilution.
• Support blasting, grade control drilling and sampling activities.
• Assist with geological mapping and hazard identification.
• Prepare operational and QAQC reports.
• Provide training and mentoring to team members.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Open Pit Mining

Ore Control

Data Management

Communication

Safety

Grade Control Drilling

Job description

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

At AGA, we value diverse perspectives. If you’re ready to take on challenges and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you – even if you don’t meet every requirement.

We are currently seeking an Open Pit Production Assistant to join our Open Pit Mine Geology team at Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. Reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, this role is responsible for supporting ore control activities, monitoring mining performance, and maintaining effective communication between geology and mining teams.

This role is offered on an 8/6 FIFO roster, with direct flights provided to site from Perth and/or Kalgoorlie.

About the Role

• Be an active safety leader and promote safe work practices
• Monitor mining activities and support ore control processes
• Attend daily production and planning meetings
• Validate production and material movement data
• Maintain ore stockpiles and minimise ore loss and dilution
• Support blasting, grade control drilling and sampling activities
• Assist with geological mapping and hazard identification
• Prepare operational and QAQC reports
• Provide training and mentoring to team members
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

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. You’ll bring a strong mix of technical know-how and practical experience to the team. To be considered, you should have:

• Experience in open pit mining and mine geology
• Understanding of ore control and mining processes
• Experience in a production mining environment
• Strong data management and reporting skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• Experience with grade control drilling, stockpile management or geological mapping (desirable)
• Experience mentoring or training others (desirable)A commitment to working in line with AGA's values and contributing to a positive team culture
• Current and ongoing valid permanent work rights in Australia (mandatory)

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).
• 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].