Ore Control Geologist
Job Description
Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Our Africa operations employ approximately 5,900 employees and contractors, with the majority working at the Ahafo Mine. We offer an unparalleled blend of opportunity and career satisfaction with all the benefits you would expect from a global company. This, combined with our growth opportunities, makes Newmont a great company to work.
Our Akyem and Ahafo mines have made significant sustainable community development investments in our host communities. These include establishing Development Funds at our Akyem and Ahafo operational areas with each mine contributing US$1 per ounce of gold sold and 1% of net pre-tax annual profit into its community development fund.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
About This Role
To carry out all in-pit geological activities and ore tracking to the right destination.
In This Role You Will
Grade Control Planning & Execution
Plan grade control drilling and sampling activities in the field.
Supervise daily ore mining and ensure mining is done to geological standards (i.e. HW → FW, sheeting in ore, ore loss and dilution).
Supervise and direct blast hole drilling sequence.
Implement and monitor blast movement designs in the field.
Conduct blast hole logging and capture structural mapping data in the pit.
Track ore material movement in the field and ensure it is captured correctly in the dispatch system.
Support STP to deliver the required feed grade to mill through accurate stockpiling and efficient blending.
Drilling
Conduct daily drill dig on-site visits to determine the rate of progression against specified targets and ensure drilling activity is carried out in line with Newmont’s Safety Standards.
Carry out geological logging of drill holes including geotechnical and structural data capture
Data Collection and Quality Control
Capture all geological field data (core drilling, RC drilling, blasthole, density, grab samples, mapping, moisture content etc)
Supervise QAQC field sample collection process.
Assist with lab audit reviews
Health and Safety Management
Accept personal responsibility for the health and safety of every employee under or assigned to his/her supervision.
Provide hands-on assistance during operations activities and ensuring that safe work practices are followed.
Abide by and ensure geological technicians carry out activities according to Newmont’s Health and Safety principles.
Junior Staff Supervision
Supervise the activities of geological technicians and samplers through allocated junior staff member(s) by:
prioritising and allocating tasks /responsibilities.
checking and controlling the quality of workout puts.
providing on-the-job training, mentoring and coaching.
performing the first level of performance appraisal.
recommending further / relevant training courses and development actions.
recommending salary increases or promotions for staff.
disciplining poor performance or actions (first level of disciplinary).
approving leave (first signature) and enhancing communication with staff through regular feedback, contact, meetings and briefings, etc.
Training & Experience
Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations);
Bachelors’ Degree in Geology / Geological Engineering/Earth Science.
Must be able to meet the requirement of Grade Control Geologist.
