Hydrogeological Technician

Overall Job Purpose

To assist the hydrogeologist, primarily with daily operational tasks , to help ensure a high level of data collection, supervision and coverage

Specific Job Responsibility

Assist the hydrogeologist with field inspections and monitoring

Drill supervision

Data collection at drill rigs

Borehole construction in conjunction with drill contractors

Grouting activities

Monitoring and flow data collection

Geophysical survey traverse marking and managing bush-clearing activities

Pit inspections

Database data inputs

Carry out hydraulic test-work under the supervision of the hydrogeologist

Assist with installation and maintenance of borehole infrastructure

Assist with hydrogeological mapping

Supervision and logistical coordination of drill-site clearing and pad construction

Ensure that all groundwater related incidents are reported and investigated

Liaise with geology, mine planning, survey and mining operations, where required in order to perform tasks assigned by hydrogeologist

Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Night shift may be required if the need arises

Ensure that the open pit mine site is always safe from a groundwater perspective, and effectively assist in the management of the groundwater resources to ensure efficient dewatering and water quality monitoring

Job Specific Competencies

Competency in carrying out hydrogeological operations, under the guidance of the Trident hydrogeologist to ensure safe and stable groundwater conditions .

A good understanding of mine safety and hydrogeological practices in compliance with best practice standards .

Key Job Attributes

Must have a thorough methodical approach to routine tasks and problem solving

Must be willing to work with and assimilate experience from colleagues from a variety of skills and national backgrounds

Must have strong team ethic and communication abilities

Ability or willingness to undertake occasional shift work when necessary

Must be self-motivated

Ability to work independently

Must be highly detail-oriented

Must have a clean criminal record

Experience required to perform in this job

The Hydrogeological Technician will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:

Basic Health and Safety knowledge

Knowledge of Basic First Aid

Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Qualifications

Undergraduate qualification or previous open-pit hydrogeological experience not required , but advantageous

Valid drivers’ license (manual) essential

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