About
About
Anglo American is a global miner (diamonds via De Beers, platinum via Valterra/Amplats, iron ore, copper, coal) with deep SA roots to 1917. SA head office Johannesburg. Sector: Mining & Resources. Size: see Anglo American annual report (tens of thousands worldwide).
Entry routes
- Mining operations (operators, artisans, technicians, engineers): Grade 12/technical + trade; medical fitness. Ongoing.
- Processing and engineering (metallurgy, geology, surveying): diploma/degree. Ongoing.
- Corporate (finance, HR, sustainability, supply chain): degree + experience. Ongoing.
- Graduate, bursary and learnership tracks: seasonal intakes via careers portal.
Programmes
- Graduate (BLAST and technical tracks): rotations across operations; annual intake.
- Learnership (mining/artisan): site-based intakes.
- Bursary: mining, engineering and geology bursaries; apply when open.
- Internship/vacation work: students in relevant fields.
What to expect
Locations: Rustenburg/Bushveld (platinum), Northern Cape (iron ore/diamonds), Limpopo, Gauteng offices. Common roles: miners, artisans, engineers, geologists. Note: mining roles need medical fitness and shaft/safety clearances; check the jobs portal. Progression: learner miner to artisan to foreman; graduate to engineer to mine management.
How to apply
Start at Anglo American careers. Never pay to apply.
FAQs
How do I apply for Anglo American mining jobs?
Via the careers jobs portal per operation and profession.
Does Anglo American offer bursaries?
Yes – mining, engineering, geology and surveying bursaries are advertised on the portal.
What is the BLAST programme?
A graduate leadership track with rotations across Anglo American operations.
Last verified: 19 September 2026. Sources: angloamerican.com/careers.
