Anglo American is a globally diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class competitive mining operations and undeveloped resources provides the raw materials to meet the growing consumer-driven demands of the world’s developed and maturing economies. Our people are at the heart of our business. It is our people who use the latest technologies to find new resources, plan and build our mines and who mine, process and move and market our products to our customers around the world.
As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the long-term value that those resources represent for our shareholders and for the communities and countries in which we operate – creating sustainable value and making a real difference
BLAST (Building Leaders and Shaping Talent) is Anglo American’s flagship graduate programme. It aims to attract the brightest and best talent exiting university. The BLAST programme offers unique opportunities which are tailored to both the business requirements and to the individual’s career aspirations.
Anglo American’s Building Leaders and Shaping Talent (BLAST) programme offers the experience of 3 meaningful roles across 2 different continents in 4 years. The roles are carefully selected to ensure that each BLASTer is given opportunities to develop their skills, knowledge and experience, equipping them to become part of the Emerging Talent population of Anglo American. Every BLASTer has a customized development plan ensuring that they are well positioned within the company for a successful career.
Applicants must: