Job Description

Company DescriptionKumba Iron OreWe produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects - exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape. Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to re-imagine mining to improve people's lives"", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible."The purpose of this role is to ensure reliable and timely delineation and quantification of the mineral resource by acquision and interpretation of geological data and creating unbiased geological predictions to mine planning and operation, thereby ensuring optimal resource utilization.Safety and Health.

• Manage a safe and healthy work environment where workers and contractor can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Keep environmental impact within statutory requirements to ensure compliance to statutory requirements is met.

Geological Demarcation/Material classification

• Ensure that all information is imported in Modelling Software (geology and chemistry values) after logging, sampling and Pit mapping is completed in a specific area to adjust Geological contacts based on latest information according to sound geological principles.
• Use an updated geological model to identify areas of further infill drilling (position and depth of bore holes).
• Ensure all interpretations are verified before signed off by the Senior Geologist for approval.
• Monthly alignment with resource geology to ensure all relevant short term information is incorporated into grade control models.
• Ensure models are completed

Geological Data

• Build, manage and maintain healthy relations with stakeholders to assist in achievement of organizational goals.
• Liaise with stakeholders to provide relevant support and input for production targets achievement.

General Production

• Ensure that general production related activities such as mapping, drilling, sampling and grade control are conducted in accordance with standards.
• Ensure proper planning, execution and supervision of drilling and pit mapping to improve the reliability of block models.
• Update the current database with the processed drilling and pit mapping information to ensure accurate and available data.
• Compile reconciliation reports to adhere to sound geological principles.
• Ensure quality assurance to comply with audit standards.
• Ad - Hoc Geological investigations.

Outputs

• Safety rating
• Quantity of STEPS per month
• Compliance
• Preliminary and final blast block demarcations according to schedule and standard.
• Validated short term Geology database
• Validated short-term Geology database

Ad hoc investigation reports.Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Bsc Hons Geology
• Registered (full) with SACNASP
• Valid SA driver's license (B)

Experience

• 3 years operational experience in the Geology environment, supervisory exposure recommended

Additional InformationWho we are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process.

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