Nafasi ya kazi :- Engineer 1 – UG Planning at Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML), June 2026

Engineer 1 – UG Planning Job at AngloGold Ashanti / Geita Gold Mining Ltd

Location: Geita, Tanzania
Post start date: 29 May 2026
Requisition ID: 29904
Category: Mining Operations
Posting salary: Market related

About AngloGold Ashanti

AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”) is a leading global mining company with a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture. The company values diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where every employee is respected and recognized for their unique perspectives and contributions.

Collaboration and teamwork are central to AngloGold Ashanti’s culture, helping employees work toward shared goals. The company also prioritizes employee growth and development by offering opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment.

About Geita Gold Mining Ltd

Geita Gold Mining Ltd (GGML) is Tanzania’s leading gold producer, operating a single major mining operation in Geita Region. The company is a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, an international gold producer headquartered in South Africa, with operations in more than ten countries across four continents.

The mine is located in the Lake Victoria Goldfields of northwestern Tanzania, approximately 85 km from Mwanza City and 20 km southeast of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. GGML’s head office is located in Geita, about 5 km west of the fast-growing town of Geita, with an additional supporting office in Dar es Salaam.

Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic, and performance-driven individuals to fill the vacant position below.

Position details

Position: Engineer 1 – UG Planning
Department: Underground Mining Technical
Location: Geita Gold Mine, Tanzania
Employment status: Permanent contract

Objective of the role

The Engineer 1 – UG Planning will be responsible for producing mine designs for the underground mine to meet budget physicals in alignment with the mine plan and strategy, while ensuring consistency with the company’s vision and values.

Role accountabilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support the delivery of underground mine plans that maximize orebody value and enable safe, efficient execution.
• Prepare and issue planning work packages for the underground production team, including designs, stope notes, and grout plans.
• Analyze short-term production, equipment performance, and safety data to support planning quality and operational decision-making.
• Identify and communicate planning risks, schedule gaps, and budget threats to ensure proactive mitigation.
• Contribute to safe work practices by complying with SHE&C requirements, planning standards, procedures, and departmental controls.
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration and effective problem-solving.
• Support continuous improvement through innovative planning methods, technologies, and equipment strategies.
• Ensure planning documents, systems, and processes are maintained, controlled, and aligned with operational requirements.

Role requirements

Education and qualifications

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

• Degree in Mining Engineering.
• Professional registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).

Experience, knowledge, and skills

Applicants should have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:

• At least 3 years of operational experience in an underground mine.
• Experience in mine design and scheduling software, including Deswik, Studio UG, Vulcan, and Aegis.
• Experience in mine planning, underground drill and blast, and underground mine ventilation.
• Broad range of technical skills relevant to large-scale bulk and semi-selective underground mining.
• Sound understanding of the mining value chain and risk drivers in the business unit.
• Good communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.

Benefits summary

AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance.
• Employee assistance programmes.
• Wellbeing initiatives.
• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.

Application process

AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability.

Interested applicants who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV, online through the company’s career page.

Mode of application

Interested applicants should view the full advert details on the company’s career page and submit their applications online via:

www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers 

Important notice

Applicants are advised to beware of fraudsters. GGML does not receive money in exchange for a job position.

If you are asked for money in exchange for a job offer, or if you suspect such activity, report it immediately to the Security Department, Investigation Unit, through the following contacts:

• Phone: +255 28 216 01 40 Ext 1559
• SMS whistle-blowing channel: +27 73 573 8075
• Email: [email protected]
• Internet: www.tip-offs.com

Standard phone and SMS rates may apply.

How to Apply:

Job type Full-time Job, To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.

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