Technician Metallurgy

AngloGold Ashanti; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Annual bonus

Work180 endorsement

Parental leave

Training opportunities

Inclusion and Belonging

Volunteering leave

Novated lease

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti Australia is seeking a Metallurgy Technician to join the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine lab processing team. You will conduct sample analysis, ensure quality control, and contribute to process improvements while upholding safety and environmental standards.

This full-time permanent role operates on an 8/6 FIFO roster and reports to the Senior Production Metallurgist. We offer direct flights from Perth and Kalgoorlie and a supportive environment focused on learning, collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Experience in Gold Processing or Metallurgical Labs is highly desirable.
• Basic computer skills.
• Enthusiasm to learn.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and initiative.
• Current WA Manual Driver's License.
• Ability to attain a National Police Clearance.
• Permanent work rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Sampling duties and laboratory test work including sample preparation and analysis.
• Ensure procedures follow established protocols and that results are reliable and reproducible.
• Maintain laboratory and plant equipment/instrumentation to ensure continuous and accurate operation.
• Coordinate the collection of data, information, and reporting for the Metallurgy Work Group.
• Routine and adhoc plant sampling for surveys and process improvement work.
• Assist with routine gold room duties such as cleaning electrowinning cells and smelting.

Skills

Gold Processing

Metallurgical Labs

Data collection

Laboratory testing

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.

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.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Metallurgy Technician to join our laboratory processing team at our Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, supporting the processing and extraction of gold by conducting sample analysis, ensuring quality control, and contributing to process improvements while adhering to safety and environmental standards.

This role is a fulltime permanent position on a 8/6 FIFO roster and accountable to the Senior Production Metallurgist.

We operate direct flights to our sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

About The Role

• Responsible for sampling duties and laboratory test work including sample preparation and analysis.
• Ensuring that all testing procedures are carried out according to established protocols and standards, and that results are reliable and reproducible.
• Maintaining laboratory and plant equipment/instrumentation to ensure continuous and accurate operation.
• Coordinate the collection of data, information, and reporting for the Metallurgy Work Group.
• Routine and adhoc plant sampling for surveys and process improvement work.
• Assist with routine gold room duties such as cleaning electrowinning cells and smelting.

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.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience in Gold Processing or Metallurgical Labs is highly desirable.
• Basic computer skills
• Enthusiasm to learn
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and initiative
• Current WA Manual Driver's License
• Ability to attain a National Police Clearance
• Existing and ongoing 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.

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].

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