Lead Digital Twin & CAD Master for Mining Projects

AngloGold Ashanti; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti seeks a Principal Design Office Lead to own 3D models and drawings for a portfolio of mining growth projects across multiple countries. You will ensure our teams can trust what is on screen matches what is on site, closing information gaps and driving high standards to reduce rework and risk.

You will coordinate laser scanning, verify designs against site conditions, and lead cross-disciplinary model reviews while setting CAD and data-handling standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or recognised qualification in engineering draughting or an engineering discipline.
• At least 10 years experience in mining, mineral processing or heavy industry, incl. 5+ years in 3D CAD modelling.
• Experience building BIM or digital twin models linking asset geometry with engineering data.
• Experience with parametric design tools and data-centric design environments.
• Proven experience checking the quality of consultant deliverables.
• Advanced CAD, model review and point-cloud software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Navisworks, Leica Cyclone or Faro Scene.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Spatial reasoning

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Collaborative mindset

Safety knowledge

Education

Diploma or recognised qualification in engineering draughting/drawing office practice

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Navisworks

Leica Cyclone

Faro Scene

Job description

AngloGold Ashanti seeks a Principal Design Office Lead to own 3D models and drawings for a portfolio of mining growth projects across multiple countries. You will ensure our teams can trust what is on screen matches what is on site, closing information gaps and driving high standards to reduce rework and risk.

You will coordinate laser scanning, verify designs against site conditions, and lead cross-disciplinary model reviews while setting CAD and data-handling standards.