IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”.

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• BSc Hons Geology or related qualifications
• Registration or eligibility with South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions or equivalent
• Computing qualifications
• Basic statistical analyses
• Valid Driver's License

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• Minimum of four years of related industry experience in exploration drilling and underground mining- Production Geologist
• Minimum of two years in geology data analysis and reconciliation
• Exposure to mineral resource estimation processes
• Additional QA/QC certifications on sampling datasets
• Experience in dealing with complex data sets in the database and ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams (drilling, survey, mining).
• Exposure to automated geological data workflows
• Proficient in the use of mine software packages (Data mine, Leapfrog, Deswik and AcQuire preferred)
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft software including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams (drilling, survey, mining)
• High-level administrative skills

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Manage / Develop Geology Database (AcQuire) and associated systems (Exploration/studio Mapper)
• Collect and capture geological and structural data, as well as drill core logging information.
• Ensure that data is collected accurately and that the data is entered into the database in a timely manner
• Proactively participate in geology interpretation including fault, structure, orebody and other geological features and ensure wireframing is completed accurately
• Assist the Geologist II in the management of diamond drill programs, coordination sites, and assistance with contractor management
• Conduct core logging and oversee core sampling processes, ensuring accurate sample tracing, marking, recording, and QAQC compliance (assay and survey sign off).
• Supervising execution of underground exploration and cover drilling programs
• Supervising execution of underground grade control drilling
• Assist with contributions for daily, weekly and monthly reporting and reconciliations on geological activities.

Online applications are forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The    company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.

Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and Women.

Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents.

Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.