Geologist

Tasks and responsibilities:

·       conducting preliminary surveys of mineral,
petroleum and natural gas deposits with prospectors, Mining Engineers,
Metallurgists, and other mineral scientists and engineers

·       preparing and supervising the production of
laboratory reports and scientific papers

·       conducting studies of the structure, nature and
formation of the earth's crust and the minerals contained in it

·       studying and dating fossils and rock strata to
develop knowledge of the evolution and biology of life forms, and to assess
their commercial applications

·       studying the effects of natural events, such as
erosion, sedimentation, earthquakes and volcanic activity, on the formation of
the earth's surface and sea beds

·       carrying out exploration to determine the resources
present by sampling, examining and analysing geological specimens, rock cores,
cuttings and samples using optical, chemical, electronic and mechanical
techniques

·       conducting surveys of variations in the earth's
gravitational and magnetic fields to determine its physical features

·       investigating the propagation of seismic waves to
determine the structure and stability of the earth's mantle and crust

·       studying the causes of earthquakes and other stress
states of the earth's crust

·       performing laboratory and field studies, and
aerial, ground and drill hole surveys

Requirements

·       Minimum
experience a geologist for 3 -5 years.

·       Bachelor of Science degree in Geology or
related discipline

·       Experience within a mining environment will be
highly regarded

Benefits