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.

Learn more about our Vision, purpose, values – AngloGold Ashanti 

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

• Provide support to ensure the operation of the Gold Mine is not adversely impacted by emergency issues.
• Maintain the site emergency response program to a standard compatible with international practice and in a timely and cost-effective way.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Respond to site emergencies and carry out emergency response activities during shift operations.
• Serve as an active member of the mine rescue team and participate in fire and evacuation drills for site operations and contractors.
• Participate fully in emergency response training with rescue team members, employees and contractors.
• Inspect, maintain and ensure safe storage and readiness of ERT and rescue equipment.
• Carry out routine inspections and servicing of emergency systems and equipment, including fire extinguishers, hydrants, fire pumps, watercarts, fire detection systems and fire panels.
• Maintain equipment registers, comply with site critical controls standards, work to ERT objectives and targets, and support aerodrome operation compliancy.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Certificate in mine rescue operation issued by an accredited authority or recognized institution.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience in mining operations across open pit and underground rescue.
• Knowledge of The Mining (Safety, Occupational Health, and Environmental Protection) Regulations, 2010, Part IV Regulation 49 Emergency Preparedness.
• Fire fighting, rope rescue, HAZMAT, SCBA, vehicle extrication, confined space rescue and water rescue.
• Fatigue management, driving and HRM1.

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.