AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse portfolio of operations, projects, and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents.

The Prospect

Due to a recent internal promotion we have a new opening for a Mine Planning Engineer to join our Underground Mining team at Sunrise Dam Gold Mine.

Reporting to the Underground Mine Planning Superintendent, this role is responsible for the delivery of mine plans and schedules in a safe and efficient manner, utilizing industry best practice. The position is on an 8‑day on / 6‑day off FIFO roster, with direct flights to the site from Perth and/or Kalgoorlie.

Accountabilities

- Produce mine designs for the underground mine to meet budgetary physicals in alignment with the mine plan and strategy.
- Produce stope and development designs to support the short‑term plan and budget.
- Assist the Senior Planning Engineer with economic evaluations for production panels.
- Collaborate with the Drill & Blast and Operations teams to ensure all plans are fit for purpose and executable.
- Work with the Geology team to optimise grade‑control drill platforms.
- Act as an active safety leader in line with the company’s values, policies and procedures.
- Ensure any risks to the plan are adequately communicated to all stakeholders.

About You

- Experience in mine planning, underground drill and blast, and underground mine ventilation.
- Experience in mine design and scheduling software (Deswik).




- Effective communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Experience using Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance.
- Ongoing permanent work rights in Australia.
- Prepared to work to company values on a daily basis.

Culture and Benefits

We foster a workplace built on dignity and respect, offering challenging work, competitive pay that’s regularly reviewed, and opportunities for career growth. At AGAA, learning is a shared responsibility, and your development matters to us. Your benefits will include:

- Top tier gold‑cover private health insurance for you and your family (fully paid).
- Attractive annual bonus.
- Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 and an accredited menopause‑friendly employer.
- 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid parental leave.
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance.
- Active committees driving a culture of inclusion and belonging.
- Volunteering leave to give back to the community.
- Salary sacrifice and novated lease 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. AGAA recognises that standard recruitment processes are not accessible to everyone. If there are any accommodations or supports that would assist you in participating in the recruitment process for this role, please reach out to our Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity team at

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📌 Mine Planning Engineer - Underground (Shire of Laverton)
🏢 AngloGold Ashanti
📍 Shire of Laverton