Tasks and responsibilities:· conducting preliminary surveys of mineral,
petroleum and natural gas deposits with prospectors, Mining Engineers,
Metallurgists, and other mineral scientists and engineers· preparing and supervising the production of
laboratory reports and scientific papers· conducting studies of the structure, nature and
formation of the earth's crust and the minerals contained in it· studying and dating fossils and rock strata to
develop knowledge of the evolution and biology of life forms, and to assess
their commercial applications· studying the effects of natural events, such as
erosion, sedimentation, earthquakes and volcanic activity, on the formation of
the earth's surface and sea beds· carrying out exploration to determine the resources
present by sampling, examining and analysing geological specimens, rock cores,
cuttings and samples using optical, chemical, electronic and mechanical
techniques· conducting surveys of variations in the earth's
gravitational and magnetic fields to determine its physical features· investigating the propagation of seismic waves to
determine the structure and stability of the earth's mantle and crust· studying the causes of earthquakes and other stress
states of the earth's crust· performing laboratory and field studies, and
aerial, ground and drill hole surveysRequirements· Minimum
experience a geologist for 3-5 years.· Bachelor of Science degree in Geology or
related discipline · Experience within a mining environment will be
highly regardedBenefitsEmployer sponsored visa