Senior Specialist, Metallurgy

Johannesburg, ZA, 2198

Post Start Date: 4 Sept 2026

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.

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POSITION

• CTO Metallurgy, Africa Business Unit
• Johannesburg
• EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Permanent

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

As a Senior Specialist you will provide Metallurgical technical services, supporting the Director Metallurgy with cross regional support where Subject Matter Expert skills are needed.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Technical Accountabilities

Provide Technical Services in support of the Director Metallurgy. SME support across BU's. This includes:

• Provide expert metallurgical advice and input to the Business Units and other functions.
• Provide technical support into the Africa Region Growth Projects.
• Provide expert input into Full Potential opportunity development and execution.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors, OEM's, research institutions, etc.
• Contributing productively as a member of the CTO Technical team.
• ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

A degree qualification in Metallurgical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a relevant related discipline

Experience

• At least 8 years relevant experience in the mining industry – preferably in Gold
• Experience working within Africa – desirable
• Experience working in operations (onsite) and technical support environments

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to take a 3-year business perspective in managing multiple competing priorities and reconciling these with the Company’s strategic priorities
• Sound practical understanding of the entire mining value chain including geology, mining, geotechnical, metallurgy, engineering, tailings and projects
• Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking
• Strong ability to lead and work effectively with people, including leading high performing professional teams
• Preparedness to take a well-reasoned stand on matters of importance
• Preparedness to undertake business travel
• Strong background in production and management - desirable
• Strong track record in process optimisation and business improvement and change management- desirable

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.
• 31036

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Geotechnical

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