Description
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.
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Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
communicate on the environmental impact of miningadvise on geology for mineral extractionplan mine operationsprovide information on geological characteristicsuse mine planning softwareprepare scientific reportsaddress problems criticallydeal with pressure from unexpected circumstancescommunicate on minerals issuesadvise on mining environmental issuesdetermine characteristics of mineral depositssupervise staffassess operating costnegotiate land accessadvise on mine equipmentdevelop site remediation strategiesmonitor mine productionadvise on mine developmentadvise on mine productionmaintain records of mining operations