Section Valuator

EXCELLENCE IN PGM's; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

EXCELLENCE IN PGM's in Rustenburg is seeking a Senior Sampler to coordinate the sampling department and supervise Geology Observers, ensuring accurate Grade Control and Ore Accounting related information.

The role requires Grade 12/NQF4, COM Advanced Valuation, and 1–3 years’ experience. You will contribute to data capture in the SABLE system and support production with reliable observations and reporting.

Qualifications

• Must have a Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent and a COM Advanced Valuation Certificate.
• 1–3 years’ experience as a Senior Sampler is required.
• Knowledge of sampling techniques and ore grade factors is essential.

Responsibilities

• Determines areas to be observed and sampled.
• Assign tasks to Observers and Sampling Team.
• Conducts on the job/underground PTOs on Sample Teams/Observers.
• Ensures optimum workplace observation coverage and underground sampling as applicable.
• Captures and authorises information in the relevant data management and software system (such as import Observers studio mapper data to SABLE and authorize accordingly)
• Control grade control initiatives.
• Provide Mining with grade information and makes recommendations on dilution control.
• Provides Shaft Management with accurate information to maximise production and grade control.
• Informs Production Teams and Shaft Management of significant deviations from quality mining controls.
• QAQC of Senior Sampler underground cutting data.
• Captures and authorises sample results on software system.
• Compiles relevant Grade Observation and Sampling Report for use by Mining personnel and in meetings (such as Grade/Quality Mining Meetings).

Skills

Gas hazard knowledge

Sampling field work

Sampling observations

Geology basics

Sampling techniques

Ore grade factors

Mining terminology

Education

Grade 12 or NQF 4

COM Advanced Valuation Certificate

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To co-ordinate the sampling Department activities and manage the Geology Observers to provide accurate and timeous Grade Control and Ore Accounting related information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 Equivalent is required
• COM Advanced Valuation Certificate is required.
• 1-3 years' experience as a Senior Sampler is required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the most common harmful gases and Mine safety hazards.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of different activities related to sampling field work.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of different activities related to sampling observations.
• Knowledge of basic geology and rock types.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various sampling techniques.
• Knowledge of the factors that affect ore grades.
• Knowledge of the relevant terminology used in mining.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Determines areas to be observed and sampled.
• Assign tasks to Observers and Sampling Team.
• Conducts on the job/underground PTOs on Sample Teams/Observers.
• Ensures optimum workplace observation coverage and underground sampling as applicable.
• Captures and authorises information in the relevant data management and software system (such as import Observers studio mapper data to SABLE and authorize accordingly)
• Control grade control initiatives.
• Provide Mining with grade information and makes recommendations on dilution control.
• Provides Shaft Management with accurate information to maximise production and grade control.
• Informs Production Teams and Shaft Management of significant deviations from quality mining controls.
• QAQC of Senior Sampler underground cutting data.
• Captures and authorises sample results on software system.
• Compiles relevant Grade Observation and Sampling Report for use by Mining personnel and in meetings (such as Grade/Quality Mining Meetings).

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team we are excited to have someone new join our ranks

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Companys Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.