MR Specialist Geology (North West) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• To oversee geological/mining exploration, capturing and validation of data and developing geological models for the optimal exploitation of mineral resources.

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue-based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status.

PEOPLE:

• Manage employees within the Geology department
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews.

CUSTOMERS:

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction
• Liaise with internal and external customers.

BUSINESS PROCESSES:

Geology:

• Lay out borehole sites, roadways, filed mapping and update geological plans
• Perform geotechnical mapping and sampling in a range of geotechnical areas to provide surface exploration data.
• Surface Exploration:
• Oversee surface exploration drilling activities
• Perform core logging and sampling of boreholes, capturing and interpreting of data 
• Prepare samples for analysis.

Geological Data:

• Conduct a risk assessment using geotechnical data and a local geotechnical plan
• Supervise the rehabilitation of a geological exploration site
• Perform geotechnical mapping and sampling in a localised known environment to provide data for surface exploration
• Perform geotechnical core logging and sampling in a localised known environment to provide data for surface exploration
• Analyse and interpret data to achieve mine design from a geotechnical rock mass monitoring programme
• Measure, plot and interpret area measurements within an underground workplace
• Identify and evaluate signs of deteriorating ground conditions during the mining process

Acquire, capture and validate geological data for:

• Exploration
• Mining (development, stope, mine maps and sections)
• Interpret and present geological data to stakeholders
• Record and plot Geological Data onto exploration plans.

Geological Database:

• Administer the geological database
• Initiate new development requirements (GBIS)
• Review and update current geological data.

Geological Modelling:

• Develop geological models
• Assist in mineral resource/ore reserve estimates.

Geological Reports:

• Compile Geological Reports
• Create ad hoc geological database reports.
• GROWTH:
• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• BSc Hons Degree or BTech (Geology) 
• 4 years’ relevant Supervisory experience
• 6 Years’ relevant experience

Systems:

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)
• Other systems: GBIS, Minex, etc.

Skills:

• Required training as per training matrix
• Soft Skills as identified per department / level
• Read surface mining plans
• Apply a range of project management tools and techniques.

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate basic understanding of ISO 9001 / ISO 14000 / ISO 18000
• Demonstrate understanding of Mining Geology / geology related to mining / legislation and compliance in the Mining and Minerals Sector / water reticulation systems / rehabilitation using topsoil process / characteristics of different depth environments / concept of time in geology / location and type of Samancor Cr Mineral Resources / status of Samancor Cr resources / problem-solving techniques / basic health and safety practices related to mining
• Demonstrate elementary knowledge and understanding of the interaction between rock strength, stress, and fracturing
• Understand the kinds of minerals and related products mined and beneficiated in South Africa
• Recognise, record and report hazards associated with geological discontinuities.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Relating & Networking
• Change Leadership
• Business Acumen