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Posted 2018-08-22 08:19:05
Requisition Number: 503691
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Country: Zambia
Location: Kalumbila (140km west of
Solwezi)
Site: Sentinel
Categories: Mine Geology
First Quantum Minerals Ltd. is an
established and growing mining and metals company currently operating four
mines and developing projects worldwide. Our aim is to become a globally
diversified mining and metals company.
With a strategic plan to produce
more than 1 million tonnes per annum of copper within five years, the Company
is poised to become the largest, widely-held pure-play copper producer and one
of the top five copper producers in the world.
We currently produce copper
cathode, copper in concentrate, nickel, gold and sulphuric acid.
First Quantum’s current
operations are the Kansanshi copper-gold mine in Zambia, the Guelb Moghrein
copper-gold mine in Mauritania, the Kevitsa nickel-copper-PGE mine in Finland
and the Ravensthorpe nickel-cobalt mine in Australia.
When our current projects are in
operation, we expect we will be able to triple our annual copper production
capacity and be positioned within the world’s 10 largest copper producers.
Sentinel is the first mine to be
developed at the Trident project in the North Western Province of Zambia. The
project comprises five large-scale mining licences and significant geological
potential exists for expansion of operations, including the Enterprise nickel
mine announced in December 2012. First Quantum is investing US$1.725-billion at
the Sentinel mine and construction remains on time and on budget. Plant
commissioning will commence in mid-2014 and copper production is expected reach
280 – 300,000 tonnes per annum.
Key Responsibilities:
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All RC grade control planning,
execution, supervisor and sampling.
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In –pit mapping and 3D
interpretation
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Ore delineation and control
–including efforts to minimize dilution, ore loss, misclassification.
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Integration and interpretation of
all geological and sampling datasets to create 3D geological
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Structural, geological, and geo
metallurgical.
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Liaising with in pit and
operational staff, including geotechnical –and hydro-geologist.
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Reconciliation and ore tracking
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To effectively supervise other
sampling and geological staff and ensure that they perform their duties safely
and according to high standard.
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Perform other projects work and
any other duties assigned by supervisor
Qualifications and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree plus honors in
geology, mining geology or closely related field.
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Valid drivers’ license
Experience and Skills:
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2-3 year’s relevant experience in
production geology (preferably in an open pit mine)
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Strong It skill, familiarity with
data mine highly advantageous. Familiarity with other 3D modelling software and
CAE ore control advantageous
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Demonstrable strong verbal and
written communication skills
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Understand of good health and
safety practices
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Must have a clean criminal
records (essential for expatriates)
Key Behavioral Skills:
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Must have a thorough
methodical approach to routine tasks and problem solving
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Must be willing to work with and
assimilate experience from colleagues from a variety of skills and national
backgrounds
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Must have strong team ethic and
communication abilities
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Must be willing to do shift work
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Ability to encourage and recognize
team performance
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Must be self –motivated
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Ability to work independently
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Must be highly detail-oriented
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Ability to supervisor a medium
sized team
Applications close: 30 Aug 2018 FLE Daylight Time
To apply please visit careers.first-quantum.com.
