Technical Aid 2- Underground Geology
Location | Geita, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | October 22, 2022 |
Category | Engineering |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
Purpose of the role:
To provide support and assistance to Geology Technicians in collecting geological information through mapping and Face sampling to inform development and production activities.
Qualifications:
• Diploma in Geology or Secondary School certificate.
• Must possess Class D, Tanzanian driver’s license.
• Must possess site driving Permit.
• GGML is an equal opportunity employer: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Experience:
• Two years’ geology experience in the mining industry preferable Underground operations.
• At least one year driving experience onsite.
• Knowledge of underground mining, grade control geology and sampling will be added advantage.
Main or key accountabilities:
• Ensure that all geology work is undertaken in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
• Prepare and organize all gears required for mapping and face sampling.
• Drive geologists or technicians underground for mapping and sampling activities.
• Assist geologists or technicians to conduct underground mapping and collect face samples.
• Ensure all face samples are bagged and labelled as per QAQC standard procedure.
• To prepare sample bags, accurately completed submission forms with sample numbers and QAQC in a correct order.
• Ensure face samples are delivered to the laboratory in a timely manner.
• Make sure all sample preparations and are correctly done to avoid sample swap and any other human error.
• Ensure all QAQC procedure are adhered to as practical as possible.
• Preparation of RC sample bags and ensure they are delivered to drilling site underground.
• Inspect UG core samples and make sure are clean and well labelled.
• Participate in geological sampling at ROMPAD and core shed when required.
• Make sure UG geology light vehicles are kept in good condition by maintaining constant housekeeping.
Additional requirements:
• Strong results orientation and ability to consistently deliver against the plan
• Committed to safe work practices in the mining environment
• Capable of working under minimal supervision with a systematic logical approach
• Practical, organized & logical mind – ability to plan, organize, lead and control tasks
• Enthusiastic and responsible work attitude – leads by example at all times & meets targets
• Resourceful, energetic, and proactive, candidate displays a high level of initiative & is resilient
• Physically fit to work in underground environment