Resource Geologist – Mining – Rustenburg, Northwest

Our client a leading mining house is seeking an experienced Resource Geologist to join its technical services team in Rustenburg Northwest.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly analytical geological professional with strong experience in Mineral Resource Estimation Geological Modelling Resource Reporting and Geological Database Management to play a key role in supporting mine planning resource optimisation and strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting into the Technical Services function you will be responsible for:

• Managing and maintaining geological and resource databases.
• Interpreting geological data and developing robust geological models.
• Conducting Mineral Resource estimations and resource classifications.
• Validating drilling sampling and assay data.
• Ensuring compliance with the SAMREC Code and company reporting standards.
• Preparing monthly quarterly and annual Mineral Resource reports.
• Reconciling geological models against production and grade control information.
• Supporting Life of Mine (LOM) planning and reserve conversion.
• Identifying resource growth opportunities through exploration and drilling programmes.
• Working closely with Mining Engineers Surveyors and Operational teams to optimise resource extraction.
• Managing QA/QC processes relating to sampling and resource estimation.
• Developing and maintaining geological block models using industry-leading geological software.
• Providing technical input into Competent Person Reports (CPRs) and Mineral Resource declarations.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc Degree in Geology Geological Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• Honours Degree in Geology will be advantageous.
• SACNASP registration (or eligibility for registration).
• Minimum 5 years' geological experience within the mining industry.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Mineral Resource Estimation and Geological Modelling.
• Sound knowledge of the SAMREC Code and Mineral Resource reporting requirements.
• Open-pit mining experience will be advantageous.
• Valid Code B Driver's Licence.

Technical Competencies

• Geological Interpretation
• Geological Modelling
• Mineral Resource Estimation
• Resource Classification
• Geological Database Management
• Geostatistics
• Statistical Analysis
• Resource Reconciliation
• Mine Planning Support
• Drill Programme Management
• Orebody Interpretation
• Structural Geology
• QA/QC Management
• Competent Person Reporting

Software Experience

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Datamine
• Leapfrog
• Micromine
• Deswik
• Surpac
• ArcGIS
• QGIS
• Microsoft Office

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary technical teams.
• High ethical standards and commitment to safety.
• A proactive and solutions-driven approach.

Remuneration

Market Related

Why Apply

Join a respected mining house where you will contribute to geological excellence Mineral Resource governance strategic mine planning and resource growth within a technically advanced mining environment.

Interested

If you have the technical expertise and passion for resource geology we would like to hear from you.

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