Logging Geotechnical Engineer job at Barrick Gold Corporation
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Vacancy title: Logging Geotechnical Engineer

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Mining , Category: Science & Engineering ]

Jobs at:

Barrick Gold Corporation

Deadline of this Job:
24 January 2023  

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka , South - Central Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, January 10, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly committed employee for the position of Logging Geotechnical Engineer to join the versatile Mineral Resource Management team.
Reporting to the Projects Geotechnical Engineer, you will be is responsible for geotechnical core logging of geology and geotechnical exploration holes. Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
• Carry out all work in compliance to relevant procedures and Zambian regulatory requirements,
• Carry out lithological and structural logging of geological and geotechnical exploration holes on the drilling site or in the core shed.
• Ensure the core is properly secured and transported to the core shed for storage ore further processing
• Carry out point load testing on some selected core pieces as directed by the Senior Geotechnical Engineer.
• Ensure that core samples for rock strength testing are selected and well parked in readiness for shipping to the Labs for testing.
• Ensure the logging data is accurately entered into the database
• Continually improve their geotechnical skills by way of working through the geotechnical skills matrix and seeking guidance and mentorship from the Projects Geotechnical Engineer.
• Carryout rock mass characterisation from the logging data.
• Structural data interpretation using Dips software.
• Ensure geotechnical logging tools are well maintained.
• Ensure effective communication with delegate prior to departure from site.
• Be visible in the workplace.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:
• BSc in Mining Engineering/Geology.
• Member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia.
• Experience (2 years) in the Mining industry.
• Experience with geology/geotechnical logging.
• Good computer skills with the ability to use integrated management systems, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
• Able to clearly demonstrate the aptitude to drive a light vehicle and hold a current Zambian driver’s licence or be able to obtain one.
• Be physically fit and be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Proven ability to deliver results and act as a change agent.
• Demonstrated application of continuous improvement ideas.

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Engineering jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 24 January 2023
Duty Station: Lusaka
Posted: 10-01-2023
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 10-01-2023
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-01-2066
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