Salva Resources is a rapidly growing international resource and energy consultancy group and is a leading provider of Exploration, Safety, Procurement and Management (ESPM) services along with technical and commercial consulting services to the global mining industry. Salva is heaquartered in Brisbane, Australia, and are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic and committed exploration geologist to be based from our UK head office in London. 

We are looking for candidates with tertiary qualifications in Geology with a proven background in gold exploration projects and experience with GIS based systems (e.g. MapInfo / ArcGIS) and exploration databases. This role combines site based activities throughout Africa with work from our London office. Reporting through to the General Manager - United Kingdom you will be employed as a permanent member of staff and will be involved in multiple projects both internationally and locally. 

Salva Resources is a rapidly growing international resource and energy consultancy group and is a leading provider of Exploration, Safety, Procurement and Management (ESPM) services along with technical and commercial consulting services to the global mining industry.

Headquartered in Brisbane, Australia we are seeking enthusiastic and committed geologists for exploration roles based in Australia. Working at Salva, you will become a member of a well-renowned team with an excellent and ever-increasing reputation for providing project management services throughout the Asia Pacific, Africa and across the world. 

 Hydrometallurgical Concentrator Back Shift Supervisor.

Contract (renewable) Fly-in-fly-out position in the mining sector in a remote and safe area of the Democratic Rep of the Congo.   Single status position (not favourable for wives and families to reside there) with a six day working week. Reports to the Metallurgy Manager.

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Metallurgical Degree/Equivalent
• 7+ years experience in the mining industry.

·         Candidate must be competent and knowledgeable in all aspects of hydrometallurgical copper and cobalt production.

·          Responsibilities are to ensure back shift production targets are achieved for filtration, roasting, leaching and electro-winning of finished products.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Metallurgical background
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Experience in copper hydrometallurgical plant
• Good communication skills in English (French is a plus)

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS:

·         Annual salary up to US$110,000 (tax free plus benefits), depending on skills and experience (Grade/Level 3).

·         Benefits:  Bonus potential; Travel allowance; Accommodation and meals provided; 84 days annual leave (on a roster base); Medical; Group Benefits Scheme, etc.

Please do not send any Diploma/Certificates at this stage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

HOW TO APPLY:

Send a detailed English MS Word CV without any documentation to Andre Jacobs for consideration: 

Contract (renewable) Fly-in-fly-out position in the mining sector in a remote and safe area of the Democratic Rep of the Congo.   Single status position (not favourable for wives and families to reside there) with a six day working week. Reports to the Mine Technical Services Manager. 

PLEASE NOTE: Regrettably, we are unable to consider candidates who do not have prior mining industry experience (This is a crucial requirement and not negotiable). 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

·       A recognized Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Mining, Geology or Civil.

·       A recognized Master Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

·       10 years + experience

·       English and French (an advantage) languages.

·       Physically fit to handle long hours and demanding work schedule

·       Full clean driving license.

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

·       Able to provide work direction and technical guidance and supervision for the Geotechnical Department

·       Ability to correctly define the mining parameters, develop strata management plans and geotechnical risk assessment for the while surface and underground mining operations

·       Able to provide a safe work environment at all times

·       Ability to comply with Company and Legislative requirements

·       Ability to effective interact with Mine Technical and Operational Teams

·       Able to assist planning and execution of the engineering work required in support of operations.

·       Provide a mentorship role to the national staff.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

·       Attention to detail and analytical skills.

·       Knowledge of Mine Safety requirements.

·       Sound computer skills and familiarity with relevant software and instrumentation.

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS:

·       Annual salary negotiable per annum (tax free plus benefits), depending on skills and experience

·       Benefits:  Bonus potential of 20%; Travel allowance; Accommodation and meals provided; 84 days annual leave (on a roster base); Medical; Group Benefits Scheme, etc.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

HOW TO APPLY:

Send a detailed English MS Word CV to Andre Jacobs for consideration: andre@careeravenue.co.za