Description
Job Summary:
Operate heavy equipment with precision and safety to perform drilling on rock surfaces, contributing to the advancement of extraction and production processes.
Key Highlights:
1. Operate jumbo equipment safely and efficiently
2. Perform daily inspections on the equipment
3. Interpret technical drawings and drilling instructions
**Location:**
Santa Bárbara, MG, BR, 35960\-000
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**Date:** Jul 24, 2026
Who We Are
AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diversified, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects, and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We seek value-creating opportunities in other minerals where we can leverage our assets, equity stakes, skills, and existing experience.
At AngloGold Ashanti, we ensure meaningful work that delivers tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, advocate responsible environmental management, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting one another, valuing differences, and promoting equity. We believe greatness happens only when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every individual.
Learn more about our vision, purpose, and values — AngloGold Ashanti
Position Overview
Operate heavy equipment with precision and safety to perform drilling on rock surfaces, directly contributing to the advancement of the company’s extraction and production processes. This role is critical to ensuring drilling operations are executed efficiently and in accordance with established quality and safety standards, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. By performing this function, the professional supports the company’s overall mission to optimize production and maintain competitiveness in the market, ensuring resources are used effectively and sustainably. Proper execution of these operations is fundamental to meeting production schedules and fulfilling customer demands, directly reflecting the company’s success and reputation as a leader in the mining industry.
Key Responsibilities
Operate the jumbo equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring accurate drilling execution according to project specifications and company-established safety standards.
Perform daily inspections on the equipment before commencing operations, verifying proper functioning of all components and reporting any anomalies or maintenance requirements to the immediate supervisor.
Interpret technical drawings and drilling instructions to ensure operations are carried out per project planning and technical requirements.
Collaborate with the maintenance team to perform necessary adjustments and repairs on the equipment, ensuring it remains in optimal operating condition.
Maintain detailed records of daily operations, including operating time, maintenance stoppages, and any incidents occurred, to ensure traceability and compliance with quality standards.
Participate regularly in training sessions and safety meetings, contributing to the continuous improvement of safety and operational practices within the company.
Support the engineering and supervision team in identifying opportunities for improvement in drilling processes, suggesting innovations or adjustments that may increase operational efficiency and safety.
Mandatory Requirements
Completed high school education
Certification in mining equipment operation
Practical experience operating similar equipment
Driver’s License Class D
Benefits
AngloGold Ashanti Brazil offers a competitive benefits package, including medical and dental assistance, life insurance, food allowance, meal voucher and/or cafeteria, transportation allowance, chartered transport to operational units, profit-sharing program (PPR), and education benefits. We also provide initiatives focused on employee well-being, development, and quality of life, reinforcing our commitment to a safe, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. Benefits are subject to internal policies, eligibility criteria, and applicable rules of AngloGold Ashanti Brazil.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are transforming mining with a culture of equity, inclusion, and respect. We value every individual and believe that diversity of backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives drives our growth.
All positions are open to individuals of diverse races, ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, and INSS-rehabilitated individuals. We are proud of initiatives such as the Women of Gold Program, which strengthens female presence and leadership across all areas, contributing to the transformation of both the company and society.
Additionally, we have Affinity Groups that reinforce our inclusive culture by creating safe spaces for listening and sharing experiences. These groups play a vital role in amplifying diverse lived experiences within the organization, fostering relevant dialogues and actively contributing to building an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and included.
At AngloGold Ashanti, we continuously invest in developing our people, with a focus on safety, excellence, and professional growth. We offer technical training, regulatory training, and programs such as Kaizen, Full People Potential, and Zero Harm, placing employees at the center of transformation and encouraging learning, innovation, and daily competency development.
As part of this commitment, we offer the Knowledge Pathway, integrated into the individual development plan, comprising over 280 courses focused on practical application of tasks. This initiative strengthens the development of technical and behavioral competencies, supporting each individual in building a consistent growth trajectory within the company.
**Requisition ID:** 30337
**Category:** Mining Operations
**Posted Salary:** Market Related