Job Description
Join our Talent Community at Newmont. This is an expression-of-interest opportunity is designed to connect with skilled professionals for future roles. By applying, you will be considered for our talent pool and may be contacted when suitable opportunities become available. Please note that this is not an active vacancy, nor does it guarantee employment.
Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc, and lead. Our world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social, and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution, and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together. Our Africa operations employ approximately 5,900 employees and contractors, with the majority working at in our Ahafo North and South mines. We offer an unparalleled blend of opportunity and career satisfaction with all the benefits you would expect from a global company.
Your Impact:
To obtain high quality samples and be responsible for all field sample collections (i.e. ore control, moisture, and density samples) and submissions, which form the basis of generating OC dig polygons for mining.
As Part of Our Team You Will:
Geological Sampling
- Validate blast pattern designs.
- Undertake various daily sampling activities (i.e. Blast Hole, Trenches, and Grab).
- Carry out all sampling activities following STP’s, to ensure that the best ore sample quality is obtained.
- Place pegs in the correct positions and label them to enable easy after drill pick-ups by survey.
- Ensure that representative samples are taken as specified, and on time.
- Conduct on-site sample split down to the required sample size, for delivery to the assay lab (in the case of drill core and RC sampling).
- Record samples from the drilling contractors at the drill site and assay lab.
- Number sample bags correctly to contribute to the accuracy of OC dig block grade estimations.
- Transport infill drillhole cores from field to core shed.
- Participate in drill core mark-up, core cutting, core orientation, and core photography.
- Obtain reviews from the Geological Technician and the Grade Control Geologist regarding quality of ore samples.
Geological Sampling Assistance
- Assist in operating Light Vehicles for sampling activities and Ditch Witch machine for cutting sample trenches.
- Assist the Geology Technician in the facilitation of sample sorting and submissions at the Lab.
Standards and Quality Compliance
- Work within current Newmont Compliance and Quality standards, processes and procedures.
- Check to see that samples are collected in the appropriate bags with the correct labelling.
Health and Safety Management
- Accept personal responsibility for own health and safety, as well as health and safety of peers.
- Provide hands-on assistance during operations activities and ensuring that safe work practices are followed.
- Abide by and support others in carrying out activities according to Newmont Health and Safety principles.
Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist
Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):
- Junior High School (J.H.S)
Additional Knowledge:
- Driving License.
Experience:
- 1 - 5 years’ relevant work experience as a Sampler within a Mining environment.
- Prior experience in an open pit environment and / or conducting basic geology related activities is preferable.
- Prior experience working in or being involved with drilling and sampling is preferable.
Technical Skills:
- Sound communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Sound planning, organizing and prioritizing skills.
- Sound manual dexterity skills.
- Sound mechanical tools skills.
- Sound time management skills.
Behavioural Attributes:
- Accuracy.
- Commitment
- Literacy.
- Methodical.
- Numeracy.
- Reliable.
- Independent.
- Safety Conscious.
- Self-Checking.
Your Work Environment:
Candidates in this talent pool may be considered for roles located in Ahafo North or Ahafo South.
Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that fosters leaders and empowers every person to thrive, contribute, and grow. We are committed to selecting and developing our employees, and to establishing a work environment where everyone can take an active part in reaching our strategic goals while feeling a sense of pride in working at Newmont.
Newmont seeks to recruit, hire, place and promote qualified applicants (meaning applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the position) without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnic, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As part of our diversity efforts, females are encouraged to apply.
Please note: This posting is intended to build a talent pool for potential future opportunities. Applications will be reviewed and retained for consideration as roles become available.; However, there may not be an immediate opening attached to this posting.
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