Director, Projects

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) – Geita Gold Mining Limited

Job Title

Director, Projects

Location

Geita, Geita, Tanzania

Post Start Date

6 July 2026

About AngloGold Ashanti

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) is a global mining company with a culture focused on diversity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and employee development. The AGA Africa Business Unit is seeking experienced and self-motivated professionals to join the Geita Gold Mine Limited team.

The Opportunity

Geita Gold Mining Limited is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Projects to join its Africa Business Unit at the Geita Gold Mine site.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the role is responsible for the strategic planning, governance, and comprehensive execution of significant capital and operational projects.

The successful candidate will lead multiple concurrent Stay-in-Business (SIB) projects, ranging from US$1.5 million to US$10 million, primarily focused on improving underground productivity through optimization of productivity rates, fleet utilization, and material handling operations.

The position requires strategic vision and expertise in managing complex underground mining initiatives, including the integration of technologies such as Fleet Management Systems (FMS) and Ventilation-on-Demand (VoD). The Director will ensure multidisciplinary coordination to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.

The role will also oversee feasibility studies, detailed engineering, construction, commissioning, and project handover, while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance in accordance with AngloGold Ashanti standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple concurrent SIB projects, excluding Ore Reserve Development, Deferred Stripping, and Items of Capital Nature projects.
• Identify, analyze, and eliminate bottlenecks within the underground mining value chain, including drilling, blasting, mucking, hauling, and hoisting, to improve productivity and operational efficiency.
• Direct and oversee the deployment of innovative underground technologies, including FMS and VoD, ensuring optimal integration and performance.
• Lead project scoping and resource allocation, managing internal staff, consultants, contractors, Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) partners, and execution companies.
• Ensure all projects comply with company standards, policies, and guidelines while delivering high-quality outputs aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with site management and project teams to establish clear project objectives and success criteria and execute detailed project plans.
• Secure timely internal and external project approvals.
• Organize projects into coherent and manageable clusters and apply effective methods and tools for execution and monitoring.
• Lead project risk management by proactively identifying and mitigating current and future risks.
• Promote a strong culture of safety and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee site procurement and contract management activities, including tracking and resolving supply chain challenges affecting project schedules and budgets.
• Develop comprehensive project budgets and multi-year capital expenditure estimates aligned with annual budgeting cycles and long-term mine planning strategies.
• Provide monthly project forecasts, variance analyses, and financial reports integrated with site financial and cash-flow forecasting.
• Lead the planning and implementation of project-specific Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) management plans in coordination with site HSE leadership.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships through interdisciplinary collaboration and transparent communication.
• Ensure effective operational readiness and seamless handover of completed projects to operations teams.
• Support sustainable long-term mine performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline is required.
• Postgraduate qualification in Project Management or Mining is highly preferred.
• Professional registration or certification with an internationally recognized project management association is advantageous.

Experience, Skills & Competencies

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive hands-on and leadership experience in a mining operational environment, including project delivery and construction.
• Proven expertise in contract management.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Strong proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office Suite and project-related software such as AutoCAD or equivalent.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Strong focus on quality assurance and risk management.
• Proven ability to drive high performance, champion innovation, initiate change, and establish stretch goals within project teams.
• Experience in gold and copper project implementation will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated integrity, honesty, and commitment to fostering respectful and inclusive team environments.

Culture and Benefits

As part of AngloGold Ashanti, Geita Gold Mining Limited offers a workplace culture focused on dignity, respect, and inclusivity. The company provides meaningful career challenges and continuous learning opportunities to support professional growth within the mining sector.

The Africa Business Unit promotes innovation and collaboration, providing an environment where employees can contribute ideas and participate in initiatives shaping the future of mining in Africa.

Mode of Application

Interested applicants should review the full advert details on the company’s careers page and submit their applications online, accompanied by a detailed CV, through:

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Important Notice

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