Techno-Mineral Economist

Industry : Scientific, Research & Development

Job category : Analysis and Economic Research

Location : Randburg

Contract : Permanent

Remuneration : Market Related

EE position : Yes

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Techno-Mineral Economist to assist in conducting research projects by providing base-level research within a particular, specialized scientific or engineering area of expertise; Conduct research and development, experimental and service work, as well as expand on ideas in technology or research which could benefit the industry and the country in the long term. The Techno-Mineral Economics applies quantitative and qualitative research methodsto identify key variables and sensitivities that would drive opportunities for innovation. Work with internal and external partners tocollect primary data and thus populate and inform techno-economic models.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS :

• Understand and use mineral statistics and economic data using advanced digital tools.
• Compile and use statistics and understand causes and effects of economic trends in order understand minerals markets and economic conditions using emerging technologies
• Use spreadsheet models for analysing cash flow for various operations.
• Understand mineral-related economic policy and regulatory issues.
• Understand various techniques of analysis of economic trends in the domestic and international economy and regional and international mining sector.
• Interact with in-house experts in the minerals industry.
• Take notes at project meetings and provide accurate minutes

Data Management

Mineral & Economic Policy

Analysis

Research Projects

SHEQ management

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