Director, Processing, Asset Management and Maintenance Technology (Johannesburg, ZA, 2198) presso AngloGold Ashanti Limited

112 Oxford Road, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198

Private Bag X 20, Rosebank, 2196, South Africa   

Tel: +27 (0) 11 637 6000

Fax: +27 (0) 11 492 0233  

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com

Role Overview

In this role, you’ll ensure that our Digital Technology (DT) function provides reliable and resilient Operational Technology (OT) applications and platforms that support our Processing, Asset Management, and Maintenance Technology teams. You’ll work within a global service approach that includes help desk support, system sustainment, continuous improvement, and strategic technology initiatives.

You’ll build strong relationships across the organization—serving as the go-to partner for business leaders in Processing, Asset Management, and Maintenance. You’ll help them define their digital technology needs, develop roadmaps, and ensure we have the right tools, processes, and data to make better, faster business decisions.

This role plays a key part in the success of our operations by contributing to the global technology strategy, leading platform support activities, and ensuring our systems are fit for purpose, resilient, stable, and cost-effective.

If you’re passionate about technology’s role in driving operational excellence, and you enjoy collaborating across diverse teams to make things work better, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the delivery, support, and governance of reliable OT applications and platforms that support key operational functions.
• Partner closely with business leaders to define and deliver digital technology solutions that advance operational goals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and single point of contact for technology needs.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation within Processing, Asset Management, and Maintenance technologies.
• Oversee supplier relationships and contracts to ensure alignment with business needs and performance standards.
• Contribute to multi-year technology planning and help shape the global strategy for OT platforms.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently while balancing short-term demands with long-term vision.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, metallurgy, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in the mining industry, including exposure to both site and corporate environments.
• Proven experience leading technology projects and implementing new platforms or applications.
• Strong background in Processing, Asset Management, and Maintenance Technology systems—from implementation to support.
• Experience managing suppliers, contracts, and budgets.
• Leadership experience, ideally with teams across functions or geographies.
• Experience working with diverse teams and communities, fostering inclusion and respect in all interactions.

Skills & Competencies

Technical & Functional

• Deep understanding of operational technology systems that support processing, asset management, and maintenance – and infrastructure that underpins them.
• Ability to connect technology solutions to measurable business value and risk reduction.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex systems and processes in accessible terms.
• Proven project and change management experience.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  
  

Leadership & Collaboration

• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills; able to align diverse viewpoints toward shared goals.
• A service-oriented mindset with a focus on enabling business success.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and empower others.
• Comfort working in dynamic environments with competing priorities.
• Integrity, accountability, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Who You Are

You’re someone who:

• Values teamwork, open communication, and shared success.
• Takes ownership of your growth and development.
• Builds trust through consistency and transparency.
• Is energized by solving problems and driving meaningful results.
• Sees technology as an enabler of people and progress—not just systems.

Remunieration
As per the AGA salary scales

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Reg No: 1944/017354/06

Directors:  G Patterson     J Munanka     KV Naidoo     B Sangqu     B Chauke