Role Summary
Reporting to the Supervisor – Mine Geology, you will be responsible for taking a representative sample on an RC rig or blast hole rig, pre-screening of samples with the portable XRF analyser, delineating of ore blocks and ore spotting in the pit. Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
Responsibilities
Collection and management of a representative sample from the RC rig or blast holes as according to the sampling procedure.
Ensure the drill rig staff is cleaning the sampling correctly and at all times.
Correctly label the sample bags in advance of drilling.
Sieving and storage of the sample chips in correctly labelled chip trays.
Complying with QA/QC sampling procedures i.e. duplicates, insertion of standard and blanks.
Sample management and organisation in the sample lay down area (keeping samples organised in correct areas and rows etc etc).
Check all samples correctly that has to be discarded, only after area has been mined and milled.
Sample submission to the lab and completing of the sample submission form.
Proper and safe use of Niton for analysis of samples, daily data downloads and recording of results.
Collection of rocks for QA/QC blank materials.
Ore mark ups are completed as per design and report areas of concern to Senior Geologist production.
Ore spotting of shovel and excavators
Ensure GC rig ground preparation is completed ahead of requirements.
Experience & Qualifications
Full Grade Twelve Certificate.
Atleast 2 years experience in open pit mining as a Geology Technician.
Preferably some mining or exploration experience.
Good computer skills with the ability to use integrated management systems, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to show initiative and have good interpersonal skills.
A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
Zambian Nationals who meet requirements for this position and are resident in Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants may be subjected to any of the following: a Security and / or Police Clearance Check; a Competence Assessment, Qualifications, Credit and Reference Checks.
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