Overall Job Purpose  

To assist the hydrogeologist, primarily with daily operational  tasks, to help ensure a high level of data collection, supervision and coverage

Specific Job Responsibility

Assist the hydrogeologist with field inspections and monitoring  

Drill supervision 

Data collection at drill rigs 

Borehole construction in conjunction with drill contractors 

Grouting activities 

Monitoring and flow data collection 

Geophysical survey traverse marking and managing bush-clearing activities 

Pit inspections 

Database data inputs 

Carry out hydraulic test-work under the supervision of the hydrogeologist 

Assist with installation and maintenance of borehole infrastructure 

Assist with hydrogeological mapping 

Supervision and logistical coordination of drill-site clearing and pad construction 

Ensure that all groundwater related incidents are reported and investigated 

Liaise with geology, mine planning, survey and mining operations, where required in order to perform tasks assigned by hydrogeologist 

Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor 

Night shift may be required if the need arises 

Ensure that the open pit mine site is always safe from a groundwater perspective, and effectively assist in the management of the groundwater resources to ensure efficient dewatering and water quality monitoring 

Job Specific Competencies

Competency in carrying out hydrogeological operations, under the guidance of the Trident hydrogeologist to ensure safe and stable groundwater conditions.   

A good understanding of mine safety and hydrogeological practices in compliance with best practice standards.   

Key Job Attributes 

Must have a thorough methodical approach to routine tasks and problem solving 

Must be willing to work with and assimilate experience from colleagues from a variety of skills and national backgrounds 

Must have strong team ethic and communication abilities 

Ability or willingness to undertake occasional shift work when necessary 

Must be self-motivated 

Ability to work independently  

Must be highly detail-oriented 

Must have a clean criminal record

Experience required to perform in this job 

The Hydrogeological Technician will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas: 

Basic Health and Safety knowledge  

Knowledge of Basic First Aid 

Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)  

Strong verbal and written communication skills 

Excellent organisational skills 

Qualifications 

Undergraduate qualification or previous open-pit hydrogeological experience not required, but advantageous 

Valid drivers’ license (manual) essential 

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