DGM / GM- Geologist (Graphite Mines)

Manpower Resources India; Old Ziro; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Resources India is seeking a DGM/GM Geologist (Graphite Mines) to lead the geological function at a graphite mine in Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh.

You will own ore body knowledge, grade control, resource estimation and compliance with relevant regulations, while steering a team of geologists at a remote site.

Qualifications

• Bachelors/Master in Geology or Applied Geology from a recognised university.
• RQP status or recognised Mine Geologist qualification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute exploration programmes across the graphite lease and prospects.
• Supervise sampling, QA/QC and prepare 3D geological models and block models.
• Ensure compliance with MMDR, MCR, MCDR and inspections; maintain geological records.
• Lead geologists and related staff; manage budgets and contractors; deploy Surpac/Datamine/MineSched for reporting.

Skills

Ore body modelling

Resource estimation

Grade control

Leadership

Surpac/Datamine

GIS

AutoCAD

MS Office

Team building

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc./M.Tech in Geology

RQP/Mine Geologist qualification

Tools

Surpac

Datamine

MineSched

AutoCAD

GIS

DGPS

Job description

We have been mandated by a large conglomerate in to meta & mining business for the below mentioned position

Position: DGM / GM Geologist (Graphite Mines)

Location: Ziro, Lower Subansiri, Arunachal Pradesh

Qualification:

• B.Sc. / M.Sc. / M.Tech in Geology or Applied Geology from a recognised university.
• Recognised Mine Geologist qualification / RQP status will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• 15–22 years of post-qualification experience in mineral exploration and operating opencast mines, with at least 5 years in a senior geology leadership role.
• Hands‑on experience in graphite is preferred; experience in other industrial minerals or metalliferous opencast mines will be considered.
• Proven exposure to statutory liaison with IBM, DGMS and State mining departments.
• Prior experience of working at a remote / North‑East India site location is desirable.

Technical & Behavioural Competencies

• Ore body modelling, resource and reserve estimation, and grade control in an operating mine.
• Proficiency in Surpac / Datamine / MineSched, AutoCAD, GIS and MS Office.
• Sound knowledge of graphite mineralogy, beneficiation requirements and fixed‑carbon specifications.
• Strong leadership and team‑building ability in a remote site environment.
• Decisiveness, cost consciousness and an uncompromising commitment to safety and environmental norms.

Job Description:

Position Purpose

To lead the geological function of the Group's operational graphite mine at Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh — owning ore body knowledge, grade control, resource and reserve estimation, statutory geological compliance and exploration of the surrounding lease area, so that the mine consistently delivers planned tonnage and graphite grade (fixed carbon) to the beneficiation plant.

Key Responsibilities

A. Exploration & Resource Development

Plan and execute exploration programmes — geological mapping, pitting, trenching, core and RC drilling — across the graphite lease and adjoining prospects.

Supervise core logging, sampling, sample preparation and despatch; maintain chain of custody and QA/QC protocols for fixed carbon, ash and volatile matter assays.

Build and update 3D geological models, ore body interpretations and block models; carry out resource and reserve estimation in line with UNFC and MEMC Rules.

Identify and evaluate greenfield / brownfield graphite prospects in the North-East and support due diligence on new lease applications.

B. Mine Geology & Grade Control

Own day‑to‑day grade control — bench mapping, blast hole sampling, ore‑waste demarcation and dilution control to meet plant feed grade targets.

Reconcile geological model against actual production; investigate and correct variances in tonnage and fixed carbon.

Work with mine planning to prepare short, medium and long‑term production plans and ore blending schedules.

Guide drilling and blasting inputs from a geological standpoint, including geotechnical and hydrogeological considerations for slope and pit stability.

C. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with the MMDR Act, MCR and MCDR, and directives of IBM, DGMS, State Directorate of Geology & Mining and the Arunachal Pradesh authorities.

Prepare, review and obtain approval of the Mining Plan, Mine Closure Plan, Scheme of Mining and annual returns; handle IBM and DGMS inspections.

Coordinate on environmental clearance, forest clearance and consent‑to‑operate conditions applicable to the mining lease.

Maintain all statutory geological records, plans, sections and registers in prescribed formats.

D. Leadership, Cost & Stakeholder Management

Lead and develop a team of geologists, surveyors and samplers; build technical capability and a strong safety culture at site.

Prepare and control the exploration and geology budget; manage drilling contractors, laboratories and consultants.

Deploy modern tools — Surpac / Datamine / MineSched, GIS, remote sensing, DGPS and drone survey — for mapping, volumetrics and reporting.

Interface with corporate management, plant, marketing and CSR / community teams, and with local stakeholders in and around Ziro.