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Database Manager/Administrator
About the job Database Manager/Administrator
INDUSTRY: Mining
CONTRACT DETAILS: Permanent
POSITION LOCATION: Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
POSITON NAME: Database Manager/ Administrator
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain exploration and geological databases this responsibility to come progressively, while working closely with the present Database Manager.
- Provide GIS support, including spatial data management, map generation and illustration diagrams generation (for reporting).
- Produce high-quality technical reports and maintain clear documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate with exploration teams to ensure timely data capture, validation, and reporting.
- Maintain robust QA/QC protocols for geological and geochemical datasets, including data validation routines, analytical controls, and error tracking systems, to ensure data reliability and compliance with industry best practices.
- Travel to field sites as required to support data workflows and field teams.
- Provide ongoing mentorship and training to the present data capture team.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Proven experience with Data shed and Log Chief database platforms.
- Solid working knowledge of GIS systems (QGIS).
- Strong analytical, reporting, and technical writing skills in English.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with remote teams.
- Willingness to travel regularly.
- Commitment to training and skills transfer to present staff.
- Minimum 7 - 8 years of relevant experience.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 11 September 2025