Mine Geologist

About the Role

Duties & Responsibilities

• Grade Control & Optimization: Implement and manage grade control programs to optimize ore recovery and minimize dilution. Deliver effective technical evaluations for optimal ore extraction and waste segregation.
• Geological Modeling: Develop, maintain, and drive the ongoing development of mine geological models and interpretations (incorporating data from drilling programs, field mapping, and geological observations) to enable efficient orebody recovery.
• Underground Mapping: Drive UG mapping activities to interpret key host lithologies, major structures, and controls of mineralization to maximize ore extraction and increase geological understanding of the deposit.
• Resource Collaboration: Communicate geological interpretations with the on-site resource modeling team for the generation of accurate geological and grade block models.
• Mine Planning & Strategy: Work closely with the mining team and provide recommendations for mine planning designs to incorporate geological insights into mining strategies.
• Drilling & Planning: Update Life of Mine grade control drilling plans and schedules. Provide inputs for drill programs, near-mine exploration, and feasibility studies. Manage and ensure drilling productivity meets budget forecasts safely and sustainably.
• Reconciliation & Quality Control: Implement and maintain procedures for effective grade control, mine geology operations, and mine-to-mill reconciliation while ensuring data accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Budgeting & Reporting: Plan, propose, recommend, and follow up on budgets (monthly, yearly, and life of mine) for the geology department. Prepare and deliver accurate daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly geological reports.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or a related field required.
• Professional Membership: Membership in a reputable professional board is an added advantage.
• Experience: 6 to 7 years of experience as a mine geologist in underground mining (Gold).

Skills & Competencies:

• Technical Expertise: Advanced understanding of geology, structure, and mechanisms of mineralization in gold deposits.
• Software & Modeling: Proficiency in geological modeling software and technical knowledge in mineral resource estimation and reconciliation methodologies.
• Quality Assurance: Knowledge of sampling, assay, and QA/QC standards and methodology.
• Data Management: Proficiency in data management to monitor and ensure accuracy of geological data.
• Leadership & Safety: Demonstrated people leadership and management skills in a similar role, with a proven track record as a safety leader within a geology department and mine-wide.
• General Skills: Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills (verbal and written). Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

How to Apply

1. Cover Letter
2. Updated CV (including contact details for three referees)
3. All relevant certificates