Project Geologist - Sunrise Dam

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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
At AGA we celebrate diversity - diversity of thought and experience is important to us. We look for people that have an abundance of willingness and are up to the challenge of making a difference. With this in mind, if you feel that you may not tick all of the boxes below but believe you have something unique to contribute to our team, we strongly encourage you to apply - let's have the conversation.
We are now seeking a Project Geologist to join our Exploration team at our Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. Accountable to the Senior Exploration Geologist.
This role is based at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine on an 8/6 FIFO roster, we operate direct flights to our sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie.
Accountabilities:

• Maintaining a high standard of safety by complying with all relevant safety instructions, procedures and rules and the duty of care for employees as legislated
• Building and maintaining constructive relationships with AGAA staff and contractors
• High quality geological reviews across the deposit to generate new exploration targets
• Champion of department research and development projects
• Assisting Senior Project Geologist with lithology and structural updates and surface tenement compliance
• Mentoring of the Graduate and Exploration Geologists
• Assisting the team with delivering high quality geological logging of diamond drill core
• Design and review of teams drill programs
• Assisting seniors in management of short - medium term drill schedule
• Interpretation and reporting of geological and geochemical results
• Monitoring performance to plan of targets
• Weekly and monthly reporting
• Process and procedure improvements and updates

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:

• A relevant tertiary or postgraduate degree in Geology
• Proven experience working within an underground gold mine operation
• Experience using 3D modelling software, with experience in Vulcan and Leapfrog highly regarded
• Experience logging drill core
• Experience validating data and working with databases, such as Datashed
• Knowledge of QAQC practices

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership and mentorship skills
• Permanent work rights in Australia
• Current C class Manual Drivers License.
• The ability to obtain a National Police Clearance

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:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employer
• Access to our industry-leading Wellness Program
• Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion
• Top Tier Private Health Insurance for you and your family
• Performance Bonus and Incentive Program
• Salary sacrifice 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.
Recruitment Agency approaches and referrals will not be accepted for this role, all interested candidates must apply directly to be considered for any role advertised by AngloGold Ashanti Australia.
Requisition ID: 23117
Category: Mine Geology
Posting Salary: Market Related