Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

Identify and assess level of issue-based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc. Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.) Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE:

Manage employees within the Geology department Manage performance against set targets and competencies Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.) Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels Conduct recruitment interviews.

CUSTOMERS:

Ensure Customer Satisfaction Liaise with internal and external customers.

BUSINESS PROCESSES:

Geology:

Lay out borehole sites, roadways, filed mapping and update geological plans Perform geotechnical mapping and sampling in a range of geotechnical areas to provide surface exploration data.

Surface Exploration:

Oversee surface exploration drilling activities Perform core logging and sampling of boreholes, capturing and interpreting of data Prepare samples for analysis.

Geological Data:

Conduct a risk assessment using geotechnical data and a local geotechnical plan Supervise the rehabilitation of a geological exploration site Perform geotechnical mapping and sampling in a localised known environment to provide data for surface exploration Perform geotechnical core logging and sampling in a localised known environment to provide data for surface exploration Analyse and interpret data to achieve mine design from a geotechnical rock mass monitoring programme Measure, plot and interpret area measurements within an underground workplace Identify and evaluate signs of deteriorating ground conditions during the mining process Acquire, capture and validate geological data for: + Exploration
+ Mining (development, stope, mine maps and sections)
Interpret and present geological data to stakeholders Record and plot Geological Data onto exploration plans.

Geological Database:

Administer the geological database Initiate new development requirements (GBIS) Review and update current geological data.

Geological Modelling:

Develop geological models Assist in mineral resource/ore reserve estimates.

Geological Reports:

Compile Geological Reports Create ad hoc geological database reports.

GROWTH

Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

BSc Hons Degree or BTech (Geology) 4 Years' relevant experience Medical fitness as per organisational requirements.

Skills:

Required training as per training matrix Soft Skills as identified per department / level Operating computer systems Operating Geological computer systems (GBIS, MINEX, etc.) Understand and apply problem-solving techniques Read surface mining plans Apply a range of project management tools and techniques. Maintain health, safety and security within the internal environment Locate a surface geographical position by employing map-reading techniques Lay out an elementary grid on surface to conduct surface geological activities.

Knowledge:

Demonstrate basic understanding of ISO 9001 / ISO 14000 / ISO 18000 Demonstrate understanding of Mining Geology / legislation and compliance in the Mining and Minerals Sector / water reticulation systems / rehabilitation using topsoil process / characteristics of different depth environments / concept of time in geology / location and type of Samancor Cr Mineral Resources / status of Samancor Cr resources Demonstrate elementary knowledge and understanding of the interaction between rock strength, stress, and fracturing Understand the kinds of minerals and related products mined and beneficiated in South Africa Recognise, record and report hazards associated with geological discontinuities.

Please attach relevant certified copies of qualifications to your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE : 22 OCTOBER 2025