Geotechnical Interns Barrick Gold Corporation

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: GEOTECHNICAL LOGGING INTERN

Lumwana Mining Company is offering internship opportunities to highly committed and passionate individuals for the position of Geotechnical Logging Intern to join the Mineral Resource Management team.

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be exposed to Geotechnical Logging of geology and geotechnical exploration holes. Your duties will include but not limited to the following:

• Carry out lithological and structural logging of geological and geotechnical exploration holes on the drilling site or in the core shed.
• Ensure the core is properly secured and transported to the core shed for storage ore further processing
• Carry out point load testing on some selected core pieces as directed by the Senior Geotechnical Engineer.
• Ensure that core samples for rock strength testing are selected and well parked in readiness for shipping to the Labs for testing.
• Ensure the logging data is accurately entered into the database
• Continually improve their geotechnical skills by way of working through the geotechnical skills matrix and seeking guidance and mentorship from the Geotechnical Coordinator.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following essential requirements:

• Grade 12 Certificate
• BSc in Mining /Geology/Geotechnical engineering
• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.
• Good computer skills with the ability to use integrated management systems, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet applications
• Zambian Driver’s license will be an added advantage.