Overview

Company Description:

We have an exciting position for a Resource Estimation Geologistwho will execute and oversee resource modelling as needed, utilising validated borehole data that aligns with the specified operational and project planning timelines.

Be part of the team.

The team that makes it happen.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives”, delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives”, delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Job Description:

As a Resource Estimation Geologistyou will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Create and update geological models as per business requirements.  This includes conducting the complete geostatistical process of creating geological models, including Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), variography, Quantitative Neighbourhood Analysis (QKNA), grade estimation, model validation, and geological confidence classification.
• Communication of geological information: Have formal reviews to report all key geological information and/or changes to the Geosciences leadership team, focusing on communicating opportunities to create value through geological block model insights.
• Spatial reconciliation of geological block models with former versions is essential in communicating changes.  This reporting must consider the value chain informing geological modelling as well as the value chain clients of the block model.
• Participate in Mineral Resource reporting for Kumba Iron Ore when required.
• Mineral Endowment tabulation: Extract Mineral Endowment information from geological block models of mining operations/projects using the business’s relevant constraints to populate the Kumba and Anglo-American Mineral Resource reporting templates.
• Compile full Mineral Endowment statements for mining operations/projects according to the company’s Resource and Reserve reporting requirements.
• When relevant competency has been achieved as defined by the SAMREC Code, Mineral Resource estimates must be attested to before peers and sign-off as Competent persons on Mineral Endowment statements will be required.

This role is in the Geosciences department at a Band 6 level reporting to Senior Resource Geologist.

Qualifications:

• B.SC (Hons.) Geology
• Member of SACNASP or other recognised professional organisations
• SA Drivers License

Experience

• 4 -5 years of experience in Resource Modelling role.
• Memo and technical reporting in relevant projects.
• Data validation and exploration of data activities.
• Geostatistical evaluation process.
• Estimation, validation, and variance analysis processes.
• SAMREC code and all legal, environmental, occupational health and safety, and risk management standards and best practices.
• Understanding of the mine planning cycle.