Geology Technician

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com   

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, championing 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. 

About us

At 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.

In Australia we own and manage the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, and the Tropicana Gold Mine (70% AGA owned 30% Regis Resources). These are two of Western Australia’s premier gold operations, with ongoing investment and exploration taking place across both open pit and underground operations at each site. 

The opportunity

We’re seeking a Technician – Geology to join our Geological Services team at Sunrise Dam and Tropicana. Reporting to the Supervisor – Geology Services, this site-based role operates on an 8/6 FIFO roster with direct flights from Perth or Kalgoorlie. While direct experience isn’t essential, exposure to field or pit work would be beneficial. 

This role involves physically demanding manual tasks and regular exposure to outdoor environments. We are seeking candidates who are comfortable working in varying conditions and able to meet the physical demands of a hands-on operational position.

About the role

• Processing geological rock samples (diamond core and rock chips) through different stages, in preparation for Geologists to collate data from.
• Preparing rock samples for dispatch to a laboratory.
• Storage, archiving and cataloguing of rock samples.
• Carry out Ore mark ups and installation and pick up of Blast Monitor Balls in the open pit
• Computer work to collate data taken from the rock samples, entry of your daily tasks at the end of shift, updating/compiling procedures.
• Operating vehicles and other equipment safely and as required by the appropriate rules and procedures.
• Completing all tasks in accordance with all relevant safety instructions, procedures and rules and the Duty of Care for employees as legislated.
• Attend and actively participate in safety meetings, training courses and inductions as required

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.  To be considered, we would like to see you have:

• Ability to work in a team environment with a go-getting nature
• Good numeracy, literacy and communication skills
• Basic computer skills using Microsoft office suite
• Understanding the importance of safety in the workplace for themselves and for their teammates
• Physically capable of performing regular lifting and manual handling of weights up to 4kg
• High Risk Forklift license is highly regarded
• HR Drivers Licence highly regarded
• Current manual C class WA driver’s license
• Existing and ongoing Permanent work rights in Australia (Mandatory)
• The ability to obtain a National Police Clearance

• Experience in the field or pit would be advantageous but is not essential. 

Culture and benefits

Our 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:

• Fully Covered Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (not a discount or partial payment – fully paid!)
• Flexible working policy
• Attractive Annual Bonus 
• Opportunity to work for an endorsedWORK180, 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 [email protected].