Job title : WCM - MR Specialist Geology (North West)
Job Location : North West,
Deadline : November 17, 2025
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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 ToolboxUtilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ statusPEOPLE :
Manage employees within the Geology departmentManage performance against set targets and competenciesEnsure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levelsConduct recruitment interviews.CUSTOMERS :
Ensure Customer SatisfactionLiaise with internal and external customers.BUSINESS PROCESSES : Geology :
Lay out borehole sites, roadways, filed mapping and update geological plansPerform geotechnical mapping and sampling in a range of geotechnical areas to provide surface exploration data.Surface Exploration :
Oversee surface exploration drilling activitiesPerform core logging and sampling of boreholes, capturing and interpreting of dataPrepare samples for analysis.Geological Data :
Conduct a risk assessment using geotechnical data and a local geotechnical planSupervise the rehabilitation of a geological exploration sitePerform geotechnical mapping and sampling in a localised known environment to provide data for surface explorationPerform geotechnical core logging and sampling in a localised known environment to provide data for surface explorationAnalyse and interpret data to achieve mine design from a geotechnical rock mass monitoring programmeMeasure, plot and interpret area measurements within an underground workplaceIdentify and evaluate signs of deteriorating ground conditions during the mining processAcquire, capture and validate geological data for :ExplorationMining (development, stope, mine maps and sections)Interpret and present geological data to stakeholdersRecord and plot Geological Data onto exploration plans.Geological Database :
Administer the geological databaseInitiate new development requirements (GBIS)Review and update current geological data.Geological Modelling :
Develop geological modelsAssist in mineral resource / ore reserve estimates.Geological Reports :
Compile Geological ReportsCreate ad hoc geological database reports.GROWTH
Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.Requirements
Minimum Qualifications and Experience :
BSc Hons Degree or BTech (Geology)4 Years’ relevant experienceMedical fitness as per organisational requirements.Skills :
Required training as per training matrixSoft Skills as identified per department / levelOperating computer systemsOperating Geological computer systems (GBIS, MINEX, etc.)Understand and apply problem-solving techniquesRead surface mining plansApply a range of project management tools and techniques.Maintain health, safety and security within the internal environmentLocate a surface geographical position by employing map-reading techniquesLay out an elementary grid on surface to conduct surface geological activities.Knowledge :
Demonstrate basic understanding of ISO 9001 / ISO 14000 / ISO 18000Demonstrate 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 resourcesDemonstrate elementary knowledge and understanding of the interaction between rock strength, stress, and fracturingUnderstand the kinds of minerals and related products mined and beneficiated in South AfricaRecognise, record and report hazards associated with geological discontinuities.Engineering / Technical jobs