Description : The main function of the Chief Mine Geologist would be to optimize the exploitation of the mine’s Mineral Resource through efficient ore flow, ground water and slope stability management.
Location : Sadiola Gold Mine, Mali
Qualifications Required : BSc (Hons) Geology.
Experience Required :
• Additional postgraduate qualifications would be an advantage.
• At least 7 years relevant experience.
• Previous experience working on a multi-disciplined production team is essential.
• Proficiency in operating mining software (Datamine) would be advantageous.
• Good English communication skills.
Role and Responsibility : The incumbent would be responsible for the following:
• Manage grade control and mapping activities to ensure that ore dilution and ore loss is minimised.
• Manage pit mapping activities and ensure that this information is fed through to the other geology disciplines.
• Manage geotechnical activities to optimize pit slope angles and minimise the risk of slope failure.
• Manage dewatering of the open pits through the timely completion and monitoring of piezometers, water bores and horizontal drainage holes.
• Manage the Mine Geology Department safety and environmental programs.
• Manage mine geology projects such as the density probe, sterilization and in-pit exploration drilling, and ore accounting (REMS) database.
• The implementation and monitoring of training programmes for the mine geology personnel.
Additional Information : The incumbent will be offered a married status contract. The successful candidate will report to the Geology Manager and will be required to report technical information to the Mining Manager.
Closing Date : February 18, 2008
Remuneration : The successful expatriate candidate will be appointed on an expatriate 2 year contract, which may be renewed after the 2 year period, regular leave break will apply. The successful candidate could be offered a two-year US dollar based salary.
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