Sampler

Anglo American; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global mining company is seeking an Operations Sampler in Kathu, Northern Cape. The role involves preparing and testing ore samples to ensure accuracy, adhering to safety standards, and performing equipment operation tasks. Candidates must possess a Grade 12 certificate and relevant experience in sampling within the mining industry. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to high performance and safety in mining operations.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in sampling in the mining industry.
• Understand laboratory equipment and chemical substances.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety practices requirements.
• Collect samples from open pit operations.
• Conduct sampling processes within specified timeframes.
• Operate the LDV for the movement of samples.

Skills

Sampling

Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Data Capture

Education

Grade 12

Licences to Operate LDVs

SA Drivers Licence

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Crushing equipment

LDV

Job description

Company Description

We have an exciting opportunity for Operations Sampler . The purpose of this role is to perform all the preparation and testing activities of ore samples to ensure that results accurately reflect the original product and the integrity of geological data.

We’re the best in the industry.

You’ll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel, widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

As our Sampler your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Adhere to all health and safety practices requirements.
• Promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where team members can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.

Performance Delivery

Sample Coordination:

• Collect samples from open pit operations on an ad hoc basis.
• Conduct sampling processes following company policies and procedures within specified timeframes.
• Capture and record all relevant sampling criteria for effective sample handling and identification.
• Crush and split samples according to specified sizes for quality assurance.
• Ensure proper sampling from all exploration areas, including the red permit region, to support management decision-making.
• Delineation (applicable to Production Geology):
• Delineation of blast blocks - walking on muck piles.
• Preparing delineation boards and poles with stickers to indicate material classes
• Pegging of RC Drill holes in the pit.

Equipment Operation:

• Operate the LDV for the movement of samples and materials as needed.
• Use crushing and splitting equipment effectively to prepare ore samples for quality checks.
• Maintain the functionality of all equipment through regular cleaning and inspection.

Sample Handling:

• Load and unload sample boxes, ensuring accurate painting and labelling.
• Pack sample boxes into racks according to standard procedures.

Housekeeping:

• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and contamination-free environment.
• Ensure equipment is regularly checked and cleaned to prevent pollution.

General Assistance:

• Provide support to the line manager and colleagues as necessary, following company policies and procedures.
• Photography for data collection.
• Assist with any ad-hoc tasks as required.

Outputs:

• Conformance to instructions
• Timely and accurate demarcation preparation
• Using Crusher Equipment
• Operate LDV
• Using a PC/Laptop to capture data as required
• Accuracy of labelling
• Accuracy of sampling data
• Timely sampling
• Timely delivery of samples
• Conformance to standards, regulations and rules
• Storing of samples
• Performing the task using applicable equipment
• Cleanliness of work environment, cleanliness of equipment
• Safety rating
• Incident/accident rate
• Compliance
• Demand for assistance
• Number of complaints.

This role is in the Geology (GEO) NC department on a band P5 level reporting to the Exploration Geologist.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Licences to Operate LDVs
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in sampling in the mining industry.
• Understand laboratory equipment and chemical substances.

Additional Information

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.