Senior Manager: Mining (Au)

7 days ago, from Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western AustraliaJoin AngloGold Ashanti and make Gold a part of your Story. A story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world's rarest and most sought-after metals. Gold revolutionises and shapes the way in which society functions – come and be a part of our team, a team committed to building a better future.About usAt AngloGold Ashanti, we pride ourselves on having a collaborative workplace that is focused on providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We want to create an environment where people feel comfortable to bring their whole, authentic self to work and feel safe, respected, and valued while doing so.AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world's largest gold producers with operations and projects spanning across four continents. Our globally diverse, world-class portfolio is supported by focused exploration in the established and new gold producing regions of the world. We offer a working environment that allows every employee to contribute, learn and flourish.The Africa Business Unit manages four operations in Tanzania, Ghana and Guinea producing in excess of 1.1 Moz per year. The Business Unit Technical team is a small, dedicated team of technical and operational specialists based in Australia who provide direct support to the operations.The OpportunityAt AGA we celebrate diversity – diversity of thought and experience is important to us. We look for people that have an abundance of willingness and are up to the challenge of making a difference. If you feel that you may not tick all the boxes below but believe you have something unique to contribute to our team, we strongly encourage you to apply – let's have the conversation.Reporting to the VP – Technical (Africa), the Senior Manager Mining is accountable for providing open pit and underground mining technical support, leadership, guidance, and mine planning in the Africa Business Unit.This position requires on-site presence with quarterly travel to the operations. Applicants should be prepared for international travel, spending 30% of time away attending sites. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to be based in Perth and have the ability to travel and work in Africa in diverse and challenging operations.Accountabilities:Providing expert and specialist mining support to the operations which include engaging internal CTO specialists or industry service providers. This role will act as the single point of contact for open pit and underground mining operational support in the Business Unit.Developing and maintaining Full Potential processes to measure cost and operational performance for the operations. This includes developing performance measures and monitoring key metrics to identify improvement opportunities.Providing technical input and support to mining contracts. This includes being part of the Alliance Management Teams as directed by the Business Unit leadership team.Delivering Mine Planning services and support to the Africa operations. This includes developing, enhancing, and supporting designated fit-for-purpose mine planning systems and ensuring the systems are operating effectively with results analysed and reported appropriately.Accountable for the development of strategic mine plans for the African operations to assist with portfolio decisions and ensure alignment with corporate processes and guidance.Coordinating and participating in the annual Business Planning cycle. This includes contributing to and reviewing Quarterly Integrated Plans, identifying risks and mitigating actions as well as monitoring progress against budgeted/forecast performance.Delivering fully costed Life-of-Mine plans for the operations in the Africa Business Unit that optimise value and underpin the Mineral Reserve declaration.Aligned with the AGA Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserves reporting process, lead the reporting of Ore Reserves for the Africa Business Unit by providing support to the Qualified Persons and acting as the Business Unit Reviewer, which includes providing technical sign-off.Coordinating and supporting the mining components of Studies and Projects as assigned within the Africa Business Unit.Identify and interpret safety risks and resolve emerging issues; and ensuring that appropriate focus and resources are available to achieve safety objectives.Leading BU mining assurance and governance by auditing onsite compliance to guidelines, standards, procedures, processes, and specifications. Where deviations are encountered assist the sites to develop strategies and plans to ensure compliance.About YouPeople 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. To be considered, you will demonstrate:A degree qualification in a relevant mining-related discipline or other.Minimum 15 years relevant experience in the mining industry including open pit and underground operations.Preferably 5 years experience as an operational HOD.Sound practical understanding of the entire mining value chain including geology, mining, geotechnical, metallurgy and projects.Operational experience in open pit and underground mining including mining contract management.Demonstrated experience in mine planning – optimisation, design and scheduling.Experience in Mineral Reserve estimation and reporting.Ability to take a whole-of-business perspective in managing multiple competing priorities and reconciling these with the Company's strategic priorities.Demonstrated capacity to make sound short-term tactical decisions – quickly assembling and interpreting data to successfully action priorities.Demonstrated capacity in financial decision making and Risk Management.A strong commitment towards leading a safe work culture.Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with people at all levels within the organisation.The ability to obtain a National Police Clearance.Have existing and ongoing valid Australian working rights (Mandatory).Culture and BenefitsOur workplace demonstrates dignity and respect for each other, we offer challenging work, highly competitive remuneration that is regularly adjusted to market conditions and career development opportunities. At AGAA we consider learning as a shared responsibility and your personal development is important to us. Your new benefits will include:Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employerAccess to our industry-leading Wellness ProgramActive committees driving Diversity & InclusionTop Tier Private Health Insurance for you and your familyPerformance Bonus and Incentive ProgramSalary sacrifice optionsOur full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 website.Recruitment Agency approaches and referrals will not be accepted for this role, all interested candidates must apply directly to be considered for any role advertised by AngloGold Ashanti Australia.
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