Resource Estimation GeologistSouth Africa - Johannesburg, South Africa - De Beers Group

    De Beers Group
    De Beers Group Johannesburg, South Africa

    Found in: Talent ZA C2 - 2 weeks ago

    De Beers Group background
    Associate / Permanent Employee
    Description
    Job Description:

    As a Resource Estimation Geologist you 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.