Manager,Geology

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”. Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results. Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations. **Job description:** **Purpose of the role** First Quantum is a multinational company that embodies an entrepreneurial spirit and delivers tangible results. Boldness, intelligence, and drive are inherent in the way we operate. We prioritize the well-being of our employees, the protection of the environment, and the support of our communities. We seek to hire a self-motivated, ambitious, and resilient individual who shares these values for the Geology Manager role at our Kansanshi mine. The Geology Manager reports to the Mine Technical Manager and is a key member of the Mine’s senior management team. The incumbent will use their geoscientific knowledge and leadership skills to manage, guide and direct the Mine Geology team in the development of the mineral resource value for mining and processing. Key to this role is the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders in order to integrate technical geology skills with the business. **Job & Candidate Requirements ** **Key Responsibilities:** * Ensures that a THINK safety work culture is maintained. * Manages and reports on Mining Geology Key Performance Areas, including: * Mine Geology performance assessment for optimisation and planning * Annual Budgeting process and Mine Geology costs * Data acquisition, QAQC and data management * Geology modelling * Block model estimation * Resource to reserve conversion and relevance to mine planning * Ore Control and