Geologist

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 30.04.2026

CLOSING DATE: 07.05.2026

DEPARTMENT: SHAFTS

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To optimise the extraction of the ore body and monitor geological conditions to ensure safe, efficient and economical mining operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• BSc Honours Degree in Geology is essential
• MSC Degree in Geology is desirable
• Membership in GSSA, SAIMM is desirable
• Registration as a "Professional Scientist" with SA Council for Natural Scientific Professionals is desirable
• Minimum 1-year on-mine underground experience (complete internal Graduate Exposure/Development Program) in the Geology Department is essential

COMPETENCIES:

• Underground Geological Mapping
• Bushveld Geology knowledge
• Diamond Drilling knowledge
• Knowledge of Geological Software
• Electronic Data Capture
• Project Management
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Geology report writing
• Computer skills (MS Office)
• Presentation skills
• Geology Modelling- Logging Software packages

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Basic contribution (underground mapping, core logging) towards producing a Structure Model for the shaft.
• Basic contribution towards producing a Mineral Resource Model for the shaft.
• Supports all initiatives related to quality mining.
• Implements initiatives aimed at eliminating waste, improving productivity and reducing operating costs within scope and assists with the implementation thereof to contribute to the achievement of operational objectives.
• Supports and participates in change management initiatives to drive transformation and optimisation.
• Builds, supports and maintains healthy diverse internal and external relations and implements remedial actions where required.
• Provides relevant support to stakeholders to ensure team objectives are achieved.
• Adheres to safety regulations and mine standards, procedures and practices and reports non-compliance.
• Participates in regular safety meetings and makes recommendations to ensure overall safety.
• Performs regular inspections in area of work and report hazards to ensure environment is safety and hazard free and recommends remedial action where necessary.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team – we are excited to have someone new join our ranks

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Companys Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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