What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geologist 1 or 2 position at Sibanye Stillwater?
Geologist 1 or 2
Location:
East Boulder Mine - McLeod, MT
Schedule:
Rotating Shifts: 5x4x4x5
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
At Sibanye-Stillwater, the Grade Control Geologist will provide Operations with technical support while helping to sustain a safe and economic mine. The Grade Control Geologist strives to maintain stratigraphic position on the reef, control dilution, deletion, which are critical to achieving budgeted head grade, within the mine.
- Assist mining operations by mapping, sampling, and guiding underground production headings.
- Log and sample drill core.
- Collect detailed geotechnical information, both in the core lab and underground mapping.
- Utilize computer software, interpret geology and produce representative geologic maps.
- Provide technical information on matters of ore width and grade.
- Work cooperatively with technical services groups and mine operations personnel.
- Will be required to work rotating shifts.
Qualifications and Skills:
Required
- Leadership qualities including: character, teamwork, communication, business sense and vision
- Able to demonstrate and perform basic geological functions
- Organized and systematic with attention to detail and quality
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to operate surface and underground equipment (trucks, tractors, fork lift)
Preferred
- Demonstrated observational skills for mineralogy and structural features.
- Thorough understanding and experience in interpreting plan maps and cross-sections
- Strong knowledge of grade-control procedures and waste-dilution controls
- Proficient computer skills (spreadsheets, word processing, databases, mining applications, etc.)
- Good understanding of MSHA regulations
Education & Experience
BS, BA or higher Geoscience degree with relevant experience (previous underground experience is preferred).
Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
