An international mining company in the Western Region, has urgent vacancies for a Chief Mine Geologist to be primarily responsible for running of the mine geology and grade control.

Responsibilities:

•  Oversee the planning and implementation of Grade Control drilling activities
•  Produce Grade Control block models and oversee ore block designs
•  Manage material tracking systems
•  Ensure controls are in place to minimize dilution and ore losses during production
•  Ensure geological mapping is carried out to aid the understanding of the geology of the deposits
•  Reconcile Grade Control model to Survey Adjusted Mining Production
•  Contribute to short-term mine plans
•  Devise training and development programs for the mine geology team
•  Contribute to and work within the Geology Department annual budget
•  Actively look for ways to reduce cost and increase revenues
•  Report monthly Grade Control physicals and costs

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or related field
•  Minimum of 7 years experience in mine geology
•  Ability to develop geological interpretations of the mineralization through the implementation and supervision of in-pit Geological Mapping
•  Strong background in Geostatistical  mapping for Grade Control (MP3 Preferred)
•  Solid knowledge of geology related QA/QC standards and methods
•  Proficiency in geological and mining related software (Surpac, Micromine)
•  Experience in geological databases (AcQuire)
•  Good communication skills

How To Apply For The Job

Method of application: interested candidates should email their CVs to:-

jobs@thetopnotchgroup.com

Closing Date: 15th August, 2012

For further information call 031 202 1810