Specialist: Geology, Mine Planning & Mining Technology

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


112 Oxford Road, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198Private Bag X 20, Rosebank, 2196, South AfricaTel: +27 (0) 11 637 6000Fax: +27 (0) 11 637 6624Website:AngloGold Ashanti (xe2x80x9cAGAxe2x80x9d), a leading global mining company, boasts a vibrant and inviting culture that beckons new individuals to join its ranks. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee is valued and celebrated for their unique perspectives and contributions.Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of their culture, promoting a sense of unity and shared goals amongst employees. Additionally, AngloGold Ashanti prioritizes employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment.Joining this dynamic organization means becoming a part of a culture that champions innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the mining industry and the broader community.ObjectiveThe role holder will support the Senior Manager to ensure that Digital Technology provides reliable and resilient IT applications and platforms for the Corporate Services functions, with mature global services, including help desk support, sustainment, material change projects and strategic positioning. The role holder will work closely with the Senior Manager to develop and maintain relationships with all internal stakeholders to ensure business leaders in Corporate Services have single points of contact for their information technology requirements, including roadmaps, project definition, sustainability, help-desk support, etc. for information technology integration into the business, which will allow the organisation to make better decisions, supported with the right process, and with the right data at the right time.Education & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in IT, Geology or Mine Engineering related fields
General knowledge / Experience
  • 5+ years providing project management experience delivering new platforms and applications, and providing help desk support.
  • Experience working in the mining industry, preferably with exposure to Geology, Mine Planning & Mine Technology systems.
  • Experience working with vendors.
Technical knowledge & skills
  • Ability to speak the language of the relevant business unit customers, including displaying solid knowledge of business processes and typical challenges.
  • Ability to navigate through divergent and conflicting views of senior stakeholders and achieve alignment in the best interests of the company.
  • Strong change and configuration management background in order to ensure stable end user experiences.
  • Proven project and change management experience.
  • Ability to facilitate business continuity scenarios, via the recovery of platforms and applications.
  • Desire to drive continuous improvement, with a strong attention to detail.
  • Self-starter, with the ability to work both with a team or independently.
  • Experience working with diverse communities and groups.
  • Customer Service-oriented approach to adding business value and managing risk.
  • Track record of taking accountability and providing transparency to stakeholders
  • Very strong and proven communication, collaboration and influencing skills to manage diverse stakeholders and points of view.
  • Ability to build a strong network and relationships with customers, peers and vendor groups.
  • Must be able to be responsive when business priorities dictate, occasionally at inconvenient times.
  • Track record of sound budget, quality and schedule management
  • Ability to multi-task, and manage competing priorities, effectively in a changing environment and within defined timelines is critical.
Role Accountabilities
  • Support the collaborative development and deployment of strategy for the Operational Technology (OT) function with senior functional stakeholders.
  • Co-develop the governance of OT applications and platforms for the Geology, Mine Planning & Mining Technology functions.
  • Collaborate with DT peers and functional, regional and site stakeholders to ensure all digital platforms are managed and maintained and provide reliable services at each operation.
  • Provide professional and friendly help desk support of digital technology issues within Geology, Mine Planning & Mining functions by troubleshooting, coordinating resolution and escalating to management where required.
  • Effective communication with vendors, facilitate monthly meetings with vendors and effective contract management.
  • Cultivate strong and productive relationships with the Geology, Mine Planning & Mine Technology functions groups and appropriate senior leaders to provide a single point of contact and accountability for the services provided.
RemunerationLarge international listed group benefits on offer. Package will be market related considering the skills and experience of candidates.LocationJohannesburg. South AfricaApplication ProcessInterested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter addressing suitability for the role. All academic and work-related achievements to be clearly highlighted.AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability. Experience in the manufacturing or mining sectors desired.Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.AngloGold Ashanti LimitedReg No: 1944/017354/06Directors: MDC Ramos (Chairperson) A Calderon Zuleta (Chief Executive Officer) (Australian) GA Doran (Chief Financial Officer) (Irish/Australian) KOF Busia (Ghanaian) AM Ferguson (British) AH Garner (American) R Gasant SP Lawson (American) J Magie (Canadian) MC Richter (American/Panamanian) DL Sands (American) JE Tilk (Canadian)Company Secretary: LM GoliathRequisition ID: 23374Category: Knowledge & Info SolutionsPosting Salary: Market RelatedPost End Date: Mar 22, 2024

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1301669
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
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