Chief Geologist - Resource Evaluation by AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited

• Performs activities with minimal supervision.
• Operates in accordance with the company values, policies, standards and procedures.
• Proficient in a wide range of Resource modelling and geostatistical methods. Exposure to exploration practices, ore deposit development techniques and mine geology practices.
• Has an in-depth knowledge of international Resource and Reserve codes.
• Has exposure to in risk assessment, contractor management, budgeting & project management.
• Provides appropriate supervision, coaching and performance management for direct reports.
• Fosters a positive team environment.

• Applies experience in Resource modelling to identify improved methods of estimation to bring increased accuracy to Resource models.
• Reviews Resource models for upside opportunity and risk and either addresses these or informs appropriate disciplines.
• Assists in the development of Blue Sky models to identify future opportunity

• Reviews LOM plans relative to Resource models and determines risk/opportunity in the plan.
• Schedules work to meet planning requirements.
• Ensures that appropriate Resource standards are met, both internally and for reporting codes.
• Coordinates programmes in collaboration with colleagues and other internal stakeholders to ensure optimal utilisation of available resources.
• Seeks advice and resources from colleagues, supervisors and regional or corporate specialists.
• Improves plans by re-evaluating and reconciling results against performance

• Partakes in programme implementation to achieve deadlines with minimal Resource risk.
• Demonstrates leadership in safety, stewardship of the environment & cultural heritage and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ensures appropriate controls are in place to manage identified risks.
• Ensures that appropriate Resource methods are used across the range of geological activities. This includes assay techniques, density determinations and volumetric methods.
• Supervises direct reports, field personnel and contractors

• Supports Geology Manager to develop and implementation the site strategic plan for the mine.
• Develops annual budgets and objectives for area of responsibility and monitors performance.
• Understands mining and metallurgical methods and aligns Resource models to those.
• Uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities and identifies cost-effective approaches.
• Demonstrates understanding of the role mine geology and exploration plays in the broader business

• Effectively identifies and manages relationships with key internal & external stakeholders.
• Takes internal and external stakeholder expectations into account when making decisions.
• Seeks input from key stakeholders when making decisions and solving problems

• Ensures the collection, management and interpretation of relevant data to a high standard.
• Supports Geology Manager in external or internal audit processes.
• Interprets complex data and makes objective assessments on Evaluation methods and Resource potential.
• Supports conclusions with accurate information and analysis.
• Prepares accurate high quality internal, external and statutory reports.
• Effectively presents results of Resource models to peers and supervisors

• BSc. or MSc. in Geology

• Minimum 7 years of experience.
• Broad experience in geostatistical and Resource modelling methods.
• Supervisory experience.

• Safety Leadership
• Exploration Methods
• Geological Theory
• Operational Management
• Applied Geological Methods

• Drilling (BU)
• Sampling (AA)
• Logging (BU)
• Mapping (BU)
• Coreyard (BU)
• Assaying (AA)
• Database (BA)
• Equipment (AA)
• Mine Geology Methods.

• Plan (AA)
• Mining and Plant (AA)
• Ore loss and dilution (AA)
• Grade Control (AA)
• Ore Accounting (BA)
• Geotechnical and Geohydrological (BU)
• Estimation Methods

• Advanced Application of Estimation Methods is required:
• Linear Geostatistics (AA)
• Non Linear Geostatistics (AA)
• Simulation Techniques (AA)
• Global Estimation(AA)
• Software application:

• Studio RM (AA)
• Isatis (AA)
• Leapfrog Geo (AA)
• Blockbuster (AA)

• Business Planning
• Operational Excellence
• Project Management

• Fostering a team environment - Inspiring and Motivating Others, promoting Collaboration and Team work, Developing Others, Communicating prolifically.
• Managing oneself - Taking ownership of one's personal development.
• Building Effective Working Relationships - The ability to build and maintain effective collateral and cross functional working relationship.
• Building Trust & Accountability - Displaying high levels of integrity and honesty.
• Creating Organizational Transformation - Displaying strategic perspectives in adapting plans for achieving organizational objectives
• Maximizing Performance Results - Solving Problems and Analyzing Issues, Driving for Results

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