Letšeng seeks to engage a qualified Mosotho professional with appropriate skills and aptitude to fill the position of TRAINEE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER-DATA COLLECTION & HYDROGEOLOGY (PATERSON BAND CL).
PURPOSE: Reporting to the Geotechnical Manager, the Trainee Geotechnical Engineer will assist the Geotechnical Engineer to maintain a geotechnical data collection strategy for Letšeng Diamonds’ Mining Operations; to undertake rock mass characterisation and geotechnical modelling for input into slope stability analyses and pit design recommendations; to maintain safe work procedures and any other related geotechnical functions.
MAIN OUTPUTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Undertake Geotechnical In-pit mapping; geotechnical characterisation (Kinematics, RMR), structural (Large & small-scale) data collection
• Undertake Geotechnical Core logging of all drill holes available derive rock mass characteristics (Index Strengths, RMR)
• Undertake seepage mapping and any other hydrogeological task required for better management of groundwater-related issues including assisting with the information required for the hydrogeological model updates
• Undertake Index Geotechnical Testing (i.e. Point Load Testing) including the collection of any geotechnical related samples (including water samples) and assist with planning for any other laboratory testing required
• Generate daily, weekly and monthly draft reports in relation to all the monitoring work and for any other related geotechnical functions
• Attend to any other geotechnical functions deemed appropriate for the role and that which may be requested by management for the effective functioning of the geotechnical department
• Commit to the training development plan developed as part and parcel of trainee’s upskilling (performance review, talent review, etc.)
• Complies with all HSE policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• A four-year Honours Degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical/Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Exposure/Experience in Geotechnical Data Collection and Geotechnical Modelling would be an advantage
• Light Motor Vehicle Driver’s Licence
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
• Team player and an ability to learn in order to assist in maintaining systems and procedures for sound geotechnical engineering controls and practices
• Good PC skills and computer literacy, including adequate training in standard geotechnical software packages
• Attention to detail, problem-solving and good report writing skills
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Candidates will be required to under Medical Examination of Fitness as per requirements
Interested candidates should submit their applications and CV’s via email to [email protected]. All online applications should have the reference i95/295/GEOTEDCH on the email subject line.
CLOSING DATE: 31 December 2021.
DISCLAIMER: Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.