Lead Digital Twin & 3D BIM Master for Mining Projects

AngloGold Ashanti Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti Limited seeks a Principal Design Office Lead to own the 3D models and engineering drawings for a portfolio of mining growth projects across multiple countries. You will ensure on-screen data matches on-site conditions, close information gaps and drive design verification to reduce rework, delays and project risk.

You will build the digital foundation for future mines, set modelling and data standards, and lead cross-discipline reviews with consultants and mine teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Diploma or recognised qualification in engineering draughting, drawing office practice or an engineering discipline (or accepted equivalent).
• At least 10 years in mining, mineral processing or heavy industry with 5+ years in 3D CAD modelling.
• Experience building BIM/digital twin models linking asset geometry with engineering data.
• Experience with parametric design tools and data-centric design environments using consistent asset identifiers.
• Proven experience checking quality of consultant-produced engineering deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Own the master register of 3D models, drawings, laser scans and engineering data for every mine in the portfolio.
• Assess accuracy and completeness of information, prioritise and close critical gaps.
• Verify drawings and models against laser scans, surveys and site conditions; resolve discrepancies with mine teams and engineers.
• Plan and coordinate laser scanning and site surveys; combine scan data with design models into master models.
• Lead clash detection and model reviews across civil, structural, mechanical, piping, process and instrumentation.
• Support safe, practical and cost-effective designs through constructability, access, maintenance and tie-in reviews on operating sites.
• Set CAD, modelling, data and handover standards for consultants and contractors.
• Check consultant drawings, models and data for quality; raise non-conformances and confirm fixes before accepting deliverables.
• Keep master records controlled and update; manage as-built handover to operations and asset management teams.
• Coach draughting and document control staff; collaborate with digital technology teams on software and tools.

Skills

Detail orientation

Spatial reasoning

Clear communication

Collaborative approach

Site health, safety and environmental

Education

Engineering draughting diploma / drawing office qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Navisworks

Leica Cyclone

Faro Scene

Job description

AngloGold Ashanti Limited seeks a Principal Design Office Lead to own the 3D models and engineering drawings for a portfolio of mining growth projects across multiple countries. You will ensure on-screen data matches on-site conditions, close information gaps and drive design verification to reduce rework, delays and project risk.

You will build the digital foundation for future mines, set modelling and data standards, and lead cross-discipline reviews with consultants and mine teams to ensure