Technician - Geology (05/03/2025) Namibia
We are looking for a Technician - Geology for one of our clients with the following details:
Localization: TREKKOPJE site, Namibia
Contract Duration: 5 months (May – Sep) – with a flexibility according to campaign progress
Work conditions: 12h shift work (7days/7 24h/24)
Qualification and Experience Required:
- Certification: Bachelor’s degree in geology
- Experience: First experience in a RC drilling campaign is an asset.
- Language: Fluent in English written and spoken
- Main skills: Methodical, rigorous and organized
- Driving licence
Skills required:
- Good knowledge of RC drilling sampling techniques.
- Observation skills to distinguish different lithologies and anomalies.
- Proficiency in the use of basic tools (bags, sieves, etc.).
- Organizational skills to manage several samples simultaneously.
- Ability to work in collaboration with a field team.
Activities
Preparation and management of the cuttings samples
- Collect cuttings samples directly from the drill rig.
- Prepare samples according to established protocols (division, drying, sieving, etc.).
- Ensure accurate and clear labeling of samples to guarantee traceability.
- Store and organize samples in suitable conditions.
Drilling follow-up support:
- Observe extracted materials and provide preliminary information on their nature.
- Record observations on sample quality and any anomalies detected.
- Maintain regular communication with the referent geologist in charge for any questions relating to samples or the condition of the drill rig.
Compliance with standard and procedures
- Follow drilling site safety protocols. Knowledge of drilling site safety rules.
- Ensure compliance of sampling operations with current technical procedures. Ability to follow strict procedures and ensure impeccable traceability.
- Equipment and working area: Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area. Ensure proper operation and maintenance of sampling equipment (sieves, bags, scales, etc.).
- Manage stocks of consumables required for sampling and report supply requirements
If Interested Kindly apply.