Section Valuator

Purpose of the Job

To co-ordinate the sampling Department activities and manage the Geology Observers to provide accurate and timeous Grade Control and Ore Accounting related information.

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 Equivalent is required
• COM Advanced Valuation Certificate is required.
• 1-3 years' experience as a Senior Sampler is required.

• Demonstrate knowledge of the most common harmful gases and Mine safety hazards.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of different activities related to sampling field work.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of different activities related to sampling observations.
• Knowledge of basic geology and rock types.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various sampling techniques.
• Knowledge of the factors that affect ore grades.
• Knowledge of the relevant terminology used in mining.

• Determines areas to be observed and sampled.
• Assign tasks to Observers and Sampling Team.
• Conducts on the job/underground PTOs on Sample Teams/Observers.
• Ensures optimum workplace observation coverage and underground sampling as applicable.
• Captures and authorises information in the relevant data management and software system (such as import Observers studio mapper data to SABLE and authorize accordingly)
• Control grade control initiatives.
• Provide Mining with grade information and makes recommendations on dilution control.
• Provides Shaft Management with accurate information to maximise production and grade control.
• Informs Production Teams and Shaft Management of significant deviations from quality mining controls.
• QAQC of Senior Sampler underground cutting data.
• Captures and authorises sample results on software system.
• Compiles relevant Grade Observation and Sampling Report for use by Mining personnel and in meetings (such as Grade/Quality Mining Meetings).