Manager, Mineral Exploration at National Mining Corporation (NMC)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Designing and managing diverse field-based exploration programs;
Reviewing research proposals and reports on geological investigation and mineral exploration;
Reviewing performance of geological contractors and consultants;
Designing and execution of exploratory drilling to extract subsurface rock cores for sampling, analysis and modelling of 3-D geometry of the ore body to estimate grade and tonnage;
Conducting studies and identifying growth opportunities to determine the viability of mineral prospects for profitable extraction;
Ensuring compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety Standards, including Personal Protective Equipment;
Providing overall leadership for the Division by ensuring daily business operations;
Ensuring continuous capacity building, coaching and mentorship of Division’s Staff;
Development of Growth Strategy Planning for Mines;
Evaluating performance and productivity;
Any other duty or responsibility as may be assigned by the CEO.
Requirement for Appointment

A person shall be qualified for appointment as the Manager, Mineral Exploration if that person meets the following minimum requirements:
Master’s degree in the following disciplines: – Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Environmental Geology, Engineering Geology, Earth Sciences, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Bachelor’s degree in the following discipline: – Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Environmental Geology or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
At least ten (10) years’ work experience, five (5) of which must have been in a management role;
Management/Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Registered by the Geologist Registration Board (GRB) and in good standing;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.