GEOLOGIST – Zimasco (Pvt) Limited 279 views

VACANCY 

Geologist

Zimasco (Pvt) Limited

Expires 17 Oct 2025

Shurugwi

Full Time

Zimasco (Pvt) Limited, a major player in Zimbabwe’s Ferrochrome sector, has an exciting and challenging career opportunity within its Shurugwi & South Dyke Mining Division. Applications are invited from suitably qualified, competent and experienced individuals
to fill the vacant posts of Geologist on a 3 years Fixed-Term employment contract basis, renewable subject to performance. GEOLOGIST

Duties and Responsibilities

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

 Execute mineral exploration as well as production geology work.
 Mineral resource accounting and reconciliations.
 Execute cost effective and efficient exploration programs.
 Operation and Capex budget preparation and costs management.
 Generate 3-D ore body models, plans and section using relevant geological modelling software to facilitate effective mine design and planning.
 Provide Geo-technical services to the mining function.
 SHE Management within the Geology section.

Qualifications and Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

 A Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or equivalent from a reputable tertiary institution plus at least 4 year’s post qualification experience, 2 years of which should have been at Geologist level or higher in both an open pit and underground hard rock mining environment, and covering both production and exploration geology.
 Proficiency in the use of relevant geological modelling software. Practical mastery of Maptek geological software is a distinct advantage.
 Experience in rock mechanics and associated geo-technical work is an added advantage.
 A sound knowledge of mineral resource management systems, particularly the SAMREC or JORC Codes.
 Experience in production ore releases and quality control.
 Practical knowledge and understanding of various exploration methods including but not limited to geophysical exploration methods, diamond drilling and reverse circulation drilling, as well as the associated analysis and modelling of exploration results/data.
 Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and written.
 Working knowledge of safety management systems, with exposure to the NOSA SHE System being an added advantage.
 Good working knowledge of an ERP system, preferably SAP will be an added advantage.
 Clean Class 4 Driver’s Licence.