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Principal, Project Civil & Structural Engineer

AngloGold Ashanti · Johannesburg, South Africa · posted 2026-10-02

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Johannesburg, ZA, 2198

Post Start Date: Who We Are

AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills and experience.

At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies.  Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.

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  • POSITION
  • Project Management
  • Johannesburg
  • EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Permanent

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

Acts as the civil and structural discipline authority and Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Global Projects function. The role drives technical assurance, structural integrity, and lean infrastructure practices across major Organic Growth projects from Concept through to Execution.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Technical Assurance: Review and approve critical civil/structural deliverables, including bulk earthworks, dynamic machine foundations (for SAG/ball mills, crushers), structural steelwork (conveyor gantries, transfer towers), and surface water networks.

Value Optimization: Challenge over-design and structural over-engineering (such as oversized concrete volumes or heavy steel profiles) using Minimum Viable Solution (MVS) and lean owner's team delivery principles.

Specialist Governance: Manage and review the performance of third-party technical specialists across geotechnical engineering, seismic assessments, and hydrological modeling.

Interface & EPCM Management: Direct external EPCM performance, coordinate complex cross-functional project interfaces, and support commercial packages for bulk materials and earthworks contracts.

  • Safety Leadership: Lead and facilitate formal Safety in Design (SiD), HAZID, HAZOP, and constructability/maintainability reviews.
  • ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Professional/Chartered Engineer registration (e.g., ECSA, CPEng, PE)
  • Experience, Knowledge and Skills
  • 8–10 years in mineral processing or mining infrastructure (earthworks, roads)
  • 5 years at a Senior/Principal level within an Owner's Team managing EPCM contracts

Expert knowledge of heavy industrial steelwork, soil-structure interaction, storm water management, and a value-focused mindset capable of leading global cross-functional teams without direct line authority.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

  • AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
  • Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
  • Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.
  • AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Reg No: 1944/017354/06

  • www.anglogoldashanti.com
  • AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability.
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