Here is the Newmont Mining Corporation Job Recruitment. Newmont Mining Corporation is a leading global gold producer with key assets in Nevada, Peru, Australia, Ghana, and Suriname.
In This Role You Will:
Geological Sampling
- Validate blast pattern designs.
- Undertake various daily sampling activities (i.e. Blast Hole, Trenches, and Grab).
- Carry out all sampling activities following Standard Task Procedures, to ensure that the best ore sample quality is obtained.
- Place pegs in the correct positions and label them to enable easy after drill pick-ups by the survey team.
- Ensure that representative samples are taken as specified, and on time.
- Conduct on-site sample split down to the required sample size, for delivery to the assay laboratory (in the case of drill core and reserve circulation sampling).
- Record samples from the drilling contractors at the drill site and assay lab.
- Number sample bags correctly to contribute to the accuracy of ore control dig block grade estimations.
- Transport infill drill hole cores from field to core shed.
- Participate in drill core mark-up, core cutting, core orientation, and core photography.
- Obtain reviews from the Geological Technician and the Grade Control Geologist regarding the quality of ore samples.
Geological Sampling Assistance
- Assist in operating Light Vehicles for sampling activities and a Ditch Witch machine for cutting sample trenches.
- Assist the Geology Technician in the facilitation of sample sorting and submissions at the laboratory.
Standards and Quality Compliance
- Work within current Newmont Compliance and Quality standards, processes, and procedures.
- Check to see that samples are collected in the appropriate bags with the correct labeling.
Health and Safety Management
- Accept personal responsibility for own health and safety, as well as health and safety of others.
- Provide hands-on assistance during operations activities and ensure that safe work practices are followed.
- Abide by and support others in carrying out activities according to Newmont Health and Safety principles.
Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist:
Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):
- Minimum of Senior High School or West African School Certificate.
Additional Knowledge:
- Minimum of Driver’s License B.
The Newmont Mining Job Experience
- Minimum of 1 – 2 years relevant work experience as a Sampler within a Mining environment.
- Prior experience in an open pit environment and/or conducting basic geology-related activities is preferable.
- Prior experience working in or being involved with drilling and sampling is preferable.
Technical Skills:
- Sound communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Sound planning, organizing and prioritizing skills.
- Sound manual dexterity skills.
- Sound mechanical tools skills.
- Sound time management skills.
Behavioral Attributes:
- Accuracy.
- Takes initiatives.
- Commitment.
- Literacy.
- Methodical.
- Numeracy.
- Reliable.
- Safety Conscious.
Working Conditions
- The position is located at the Akyem mine.
- Incumbent works mostly in the pit, where they are exposed to broken rocks on the pit floor due to blasting.
- Incumbents may be exposed to dust and noise from drill rigs and mining activities in the pit.
- The incumbent is exposed to moving rigs and other machinery in the pit.
- The incumbent has to work on a shift basis and may include night duties.
How To Apply
CLOSING DATE: January 15, 2022
