GEOLOGISTS X 8

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Geologist

Site: Grizzly Mine

Department: Geology

Section: Geology

Position Reports to :  Senior Geologist

Grade: Middle Management (MM)

Direct Reports: Geology Technicians

PURPOSE  OF THE JOB

To assist the Senior Geologist in collecting all the data through geological mapping, logging and sampling

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

This position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.

• Geological mapping and Sampling
• Drill rig supervision
• Recording and compiling geological data in and around the mine
• GIS assessment and 3D modelling of the geology of a mine
• Ensure QA/QC standard is adhered to during data collection, processing and interpretation
• Preparing and presenting data; checking the quality levels of materials produced for resource assessment
• Interpretation of data acquired by geophysics (gravity, magnetic, electromagnetic signatures)
• Drill core and RC chips logging: identification of different layers of rock (rock type, minerals, alteration haloes, textural clues).
• Take stoke of the drilling consumables and ensure they do not run out of stoke.
• Ensure that all geological technicians are correctly managing the collection of all geological data i.e. Rock and soil sampling, Blast hole sampling and mapping.
• Compile internal daily, weekly and monthly reports
• Ensure all activities complies with all conditions of relevant mines and minerals acts, government departments on all active prospecting and mining licenses.
• Be able to work remotely depending on location of active projects

Carry out other duties as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Geology

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 0 – 3 years’ experience in the Exploration and Mining Industry

BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS

• Teamwork
• Leadership skills
• Good communication skills

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be computer literate with exposure to 3D geological software & competent with Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be a Member of Geological Society of Zambia (GSZ)
• Must be a Member of EIZ
• Must be Holder of a valid Zambian driver’s license