MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To co-ordinate the production geological function in order to ensure the provision of an effective geological service to meet Swakop Uranium’s (SU) production requirement and objectives.

Key Performance Areas:

• Identify and interpret the impact of new geological information, production results and known factors on the management of available resource.
• Map all open pit exposures and developments to establish the geological character of the ore reserve through the compilation of plans and sections.
• Maintain up-to-date maps of the surrounding Geology, including all exposure and
• geological features identified.
• Oversee sampling programs required to establish ore and geological characteristics.
• Monitor dilution and minimize the adverse effects of dilution on grade.
• Manage stockpile movements to ensure that control over resources is maintained.
• Update geological databases and models spatial relationships of discrete intrusions and waste inclusions.
• Operate the necessary software and hardware systems to enable effective geological data control, storage and manipulation.

Requirements and experience:

• BSc. Honours Degree in Geology or similar qualification in Geology.
• 5 years’ experience as a Geologist with exposure to mine production and GIS systems of which 2 years should be on a supervisory level.
• Experience in geological modelling resource.
• Experience in interpreting geological information, production results.
• Proven experience in using various modelling software such as Data mine, GIS.
• Experience in open pit mining is preferable.
• Valid Code B or BE/ CE Driver’s License.