ISCO Specialization 2114.1.6 Mine Geologist
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Mine Geologist: Mine geologists locate, identify, quantify and classify mineral resources and their geological characteristics and structure. They provide advice to mine managers and engineers at existing and prospective mineral operations.
Essential Skills
- Geology
- Deal With Pressure From Unexpected Circumstances
- Provide Information On Geological Characteristics
- Prepare Technical Reports
- Determine Characteristics Of Mineral Deposits
- Communicate On Minerals Issues
- Advise On Geology For Mineral Extraction
- Advise On Mining Environmental Issues
- Plan Mine Operations
- Chemistry
- Use Mine Planning Software
- Address Problems Critically
- Communicate On The Environmental Impact Of Mining
- Supervise Staff
Optional Skills
- Logging
- Advise On Mine Equipment
- Dimension Stone
- Assess Operating Cost
- Maintain Records Of Mining Operations
- Develop Site Remediation Strategies
- Monitor Mine Production
- Negotiate Land Access
- Advise On Mine Production
- Advise On Mine Development
Alternative Names
- Mining Geologist
- Mineralogist
- Geophysicist
- Mine Stratigrapher
- Resource Geologist
- Exploration Geologist
- Minerals Consultant
- Geological Engineer
- Geological Consultant
- Geologist
- Production Geologist
