Job Post: Geologist
The ideal applicant will meet the following requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BSc (Hons) in Geology
Registered with professional institute
Code 08 driver’s license
Medical Certificate of fitness
English proficiency
EXPERIENCE:
5 – 8 years’ working experience in Geology in a Mining Industry
High level relevant experience in operational & exploration geology incl. drilling, grade control & geophysics
SKILLS ABILITIES AND KNOWLEDGE :
Good communication skills
Analytical
Report writing
Computer literacy
Performance management
Risk Management
Emergency /crisis management
Incident investigation techniques
Administrative
Observation
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement Geological Management System
Advise and consult with Mine Manager and the Management team on all Operational Geology issues
Conduct legal Geological inspections and submit reports to management on deviations and good practices observed
Ensure that monthly statistical reports to the management team are submitted
Consult with the Departmental of Mineral Resources and Mine Manager on all Geological matters
Follow up on Geological audit reports, action plans and incident reports
Input into mine planning processes
Technical valuation of coal deposits/ resources/reserves
Conduct Geological due diligence on coal prospects
Compile Prospecting Work Programmes
Assist with the engagement with I&AP re EMP processes
Provide professional geological consultancy to Kangra Coal to assist in the efficient, safe and profitable exploration of the ore bodies
Running exploration drilling programme incl. Logging of holes & Geotech
Projects the geological structure from surface boreholes when necessary to permit optimum shaft sinking by using ore trends/grades/faults/dykes
Provides surface geological plans (site investigation) when necessary to position surface installation and buildings
Advises on adverse geological structures during underground shaft sinking to control shaft sinking
Do research when necessary to create understanding of the geology of the mine
Initiate planning and drilling of relevant prospecting operations when necessary to generate new coal ore reserves
Investigate all structurally complex areas when necessary to generate new coal ore reserves
Analyse problems of evaluation and value trends when necessary to meet all the requirements by using his / her knowledge
Investigate the economic potential of all the coal seams developed when necessary to generate new coal ore reserves
Updating of Geological Models
Updating of Mining plans on regular intervals
Interested parties should send a C.V. and copies of certificates to:
The Human Resources Department
E-mail: recruitment@kangracoal.co.za
NOTE: CV’S WITHOUT A COVERING LETTER WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Kangra Coal (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
A shortlist will be compiled and selected applicants will be invited for an interview. If no response is received within one month, applicants may assume their applications to be unsuccessful. All original certificates and proof of experience must be produced at the interview.
Closing date: 18 August 2022