Job Description

Company Description

Finding and developing our future leaders is something we're passionate about. Join us as a Graduate: Electrical Engineering if you are ready to take the first step towards a successful career in the mining industry.

Anglo American
Our ambition is to be the most valued mining company in the eyes of our shareholders, driven by the purpose to re-imagine mining to improve people's lives.



As a Graduate: Electrical Engineer, you will register at the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) as an Engineer in Training. You will complete your Annexure E training and exposure requirements under the supervision of Competent Engineers for you to prepare yourself to write and obtain your Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) for Electrical Engineers.

You will develop technical and operational capabilities in Electrical Engineering activities related to the business of mining and processing.

This is an exciting opportunity for graduates who want to have a smarter future within mining. Initially, you will be offered a three-year graduate programme with our Southern Africa Business Units rotating to one or more of our sites where possible (three twelve-month placements). You have the chance to make a difference in real projects and follow a structured learning development journey.

If you are ready to make the most of everything you've learned so far, be challenged, work together with industry leaders, and be a part of a supportive and a vibrant Graduate community, then Anglo American is ready for you.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Anglo American Graduate Programme, you must:

• Have a BEng/ BSc/ BTech/ National Diploma in Electrical (Heavy Current) Engineering.
• Registered or in the process of completing GCC would be advantageous.
• Have completed your Degree or are due to graduate by December 2023.
• Have no more than two years of relevant work experience.
• Be a team player with strong leadership potential.
• Demonstrate drive, ambition, and a passion for challenging work in our operations.
• Be available/willing to work in remote areas of South Africa as part of the Graduate Programme such as North-West (Rustenburg) and Limpopo (Burgersfort, Steelpoort, Mokopane, Polokwane, Thabazimbi and Northam).
• This role requires a high level of mobility. You are encouraged to obtain a driver's license.

Additional Information

What to Expect

• The first stage of the recruitment process is a review of your CV.
• Should you pass the initial screening stage, you will be invited to complete an on-demand video interview and game based psychometric test where we will test your motivation and competencies for the role.
• Then if successful you will be invited to our assessment centre with all the potential candidates.
• Candidates will be expected to undergo a Medical Fitness Test and Assessments.

Background checks
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What we Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you'll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We're a large, successful multinational company - and we're still growing all the time.

Who we are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

Inclusion and Diversity
At Anglo American, we embrace change and promote an inclusive and diverse environment where you can bring your whole self to work, every day. We are adopting new approaches to recruitment, talent development, mentoring, parental leave, and flexible working to further support diversity across our business.

How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV, ID copy and certified copies of your qualifications or academic record as part of this process.

Recruitment Agencies
Anglo American does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.

CLOSING DATE: 18th August 2023

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