We are MMG and we mine for progress
Khoemacau is a long-life copper silver mine located in one of the most prospective mining regions in Africa, the Kalahari Copper Belt in Botswana.
In June 2021, MMG-Khoemacau completed construction of its low cost, c.60ktpa copper and c.1.6Mozpa silver metal in concentrate at full run rate. It completed ramp up of current operations to full production in Q4 2022. MMG-Khoemacau’s annual production is expected to be around 43,000 and 53,000 tonnes of copper in copper concentrate.
Ore at MMG-Khoemacau is mined from underground using the long hole stopping method and transported by truck on a 35km purpose-built bitumen haul road to the Boseto processing plant. The copper concentrate is then transported by road to port and shipped to customers globally.
Drilling of and studies on its expansion project forecast a potential increase production to over 130ktpa copper and 5Mozpa silver (average run rate at full production) to unlock the full potential of its prized position in the emerging Kalahari Copper Belt.
Khoemacau employs around 1800 people with 95% local employment from Botswana and has an estimated mine life of 20+ years.
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The Chief Geologist will be responsible for the establishment of a systematic and integrated approach to applying modern methods in the
management of geological processes on site in support of a productive mechanized mining environment. You will establish grade control
drilling and modelling processes, operational mine geology procedures, systems and processes and lead the Geology department in a collaborative and efficient manner in support of the mining operations.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing an efficient and suitable method for Grade Control drilling and modelling of the orebody to ensure timely delivery of quality information to the Mining teams
- Formulating of departmental strategy and measuring in line with the Company plan
- Developing of an efficient and suitable method for Grade Control drilling and modelling of the orebody to ensure timely delivery of quality information to the Mining teams
- Designing and developing of underground diamond drilling programmes as required for exploration, resource conversion to reserve and grade control drilling
- Overseeing the effective management of diamond drilling processes to ensure safe, efficient and productive work from drilling to core management through to updating of information to the geological database
- Ensuring the introduction of relevant and appropriate systems for efficient mine mapping and capturing of mine data through to geological and mine design software
- Ensuring the management of the day-to-day function of the Geology department, in a collaborative manner with Mining Operations and Technical teams
- Driving the formulation of the annual mine geology capital and operating budgets as well as the management of departmental costs in line with approved budgets.
- Managing the development of systems for reporting and reconciliation as needed to effectively manage the performance of the orebody and geological models in line with site and company requirements.
About You:
- BSc (Hons) Geology Degree;
- Qualified for QP sign off will be advantageous;
- 15 years post qualification experience, with a minimum of 10 years in an underground hard rock mechanised mining environment (predominantly base metals, or relevant gold experience);
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Senior Geologist in a production environment.
- Experience of industry processes, procedures, policies and values as relates to geology;
- Understanding of Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works & Machinery Act and the various applicable licenses;
- Demonstrated strength in structural geology, mine operational geology, geological database and orebody modelling, and geology
- department management;
- Formal professional or technical registration with an internationally recognised Geological Body;
- Experience with a suite of Geological software required for the mine
Only Botswana Citizens May Apply.
What we offer
- While developing the first fully mechanized underground mine in Botswana, we offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, great culture, good benefits, a competitive salary and family friendly rosters.
- A safety-first culture
- A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusiveness, and supports our people with the systems, skills and behaviours required to live our values.
- Family friendly rosters
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free confidential counselling, wellbeing services.
Who we are
MMG has a global presence, owning and developing copper, zinc and other base metals projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana.
Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow.
We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.
Headquartered in Melbourne, we are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx 1208) with an international shareholder base.
As a company, MMG strives for the best in safety, environmental protection, production standards and overall operational excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.
To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that empowers you to shape your work environment, we invite you to apply and join us in our pursuit of efficient and sustainable mining operations.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members
MMG Limited reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.