Senior Reliability Engineer

Description Website: Belong at AngloGold Ashanti Australia and make gold a part of your story. A story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s most sought-after precious metals. What we do goes beyond mining. We support communities in which we operate, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Come and be a part of our team, a team committed to building a better future. Be known. Be valued. Be recognised. The Opportunity At AGA we celebrate diversity – diversity of thought and experience is important to us. We look for people that have an abundance of willingness and are up to the challenge of making a difference. With this in mind, if you feel that you may not tick all of the boxes below but believe you have something unique to contribute to our team, we strongly encourage you to apply – let’s have the conversation. We are now seeking a Senior Reliability Engineer to join our Engineering Maintenance team at Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. Role Purpose To maintain and improve availability of plant by designing, implementing and optimising effective maintenance strategies and conducting equipment performance investigations to minimise cost and maximise production capacity of the processing plant. Accountable to the Superintendent: Maintenance Planning, this role will ensure a high level focus on application of plant asset management principles. The functions of reliability assessment, failure mode analysis, condition monitoring and associated reporting and actions form part of this role, providing an integrated approach to plant asset management. The role is also accountable for the reliability team function and processes. Our assets include Surface fixed plant, Underground plant (U/G) and Non-Processing Infrastructure (NPI). This is a permanent position based at our Sunrise Dam Gold Mine on an 8 days on/6 days off FIFO roster. Where we operate direct flights and quick commute to our sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie. Accountabilities Develop the asset strategy plan for the Sunrise Dam, managing the reliability program and developing the plan for completing reliability monitoring work across fixed plant. Build organisational capability (people, structure, systems, process) within the reliability team to deliver the Sunrise Dam budget and life of asset management plan. Plan required inputs for Maintenance planning department in regard to preventative maintenance. Identify reliability projects on identified areas of the plant as identified from root cause analysis. Implementation and optimisation of processes and standards for Asset Management of plant equipment and preventive maintenance. Lead Preventive Maintenance Optimisation (PMO) program in reviewing data available from downtime database, SCADA system, SAP history and vendor/employee expertise to prepare and facilitate PMO workshops for developing/improving maintenance strategies with planners in reviewing Task Instructions; part of the Corporate Full Asset Potential initiative. Identify improvement opportunities during day-to-day activities. Some may be addressed short-term, and some would require planning and coordination, such as leading minor reliability projects – trials. Provide monthly reliability reporting and perform ad-hoc presentations. Develop and maintain good relationships with maintenance execution, planning, production, metallurgy, warehouse, inventory, procurement and vendors. About You Tertiary qualifications in mechanical engineering or equivalent. Experience with gold plant crushing, milling and leaching processes and equipment. Competent in contract administration and cost control. Previous exposure to computer based ERP systems, with a strong preference for SAP. Proficient in process control and SCADA systems. Familiarity with the WA Mines Safety and Inspection Act and Regulations. People Leadership capability highly regarded. Lubrication and Total Fluids Management. Condition Monitoring techniques and strategies. Proficient with Excel and excellent report writing and presentation skills. Current WA Drivers Licence, A National Police Clearance, Existing and ongoing Permanent work rights in Australia (Mandatory). Culture And Benefits Fully Covered Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (not a discount or partial payment – fully paid). Flexible working policy (with one work from home day). 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. Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave. 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 About Us At AngloGold Ashanti, we pride ourselves on having a collaborative workplace that is focused on providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We want to create an environment where people feel comfortable to bring their whole, authentic self to work and feel safe, respected, and valued while doing so. AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world’s largest gold producers with operations and projects spanning across four continents. Our globally diverse, world-class portfolio is supported by focused exploration in the established and new gold producing regions of the world. We offer a working environment that allows every employee to contribute, learn and flourish. In Australia we own and manage the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, and the Tropicana Gold Mine (70% AGA owned 30% Regis Resources). These are two of Western Australia’s premier gold operations, with ongoing investment and exploration taking place across both open pit and underground operations at each site. #J-18808-Ljbffr