Kinross is a Canadian-based Gold Mining Company with its Head Office in Toronto, and has mines and projects in the United States, Canada, Russia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Ghana and Mauritania, and employs approximately 9,300 people worldwide. Our core values are putting people first, outstanding corporate citizenship, high performance culture and rigorous financial discipline.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title:\u00a0Senior Database Administrator \u2013 Geology<\/strong><\/p>\n Purpose of Role<\/strong><\/p>\n To maintain geology department databases in good standing, ensure access of databases for all users and ensure functionality of the databases deliver required outputs.<\/p>\n Responsibilities & Duties<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Actively promote Safety culture and Hazard awareness and ensure relevant Mining and other statutory Codes and Regulations are fully complied with at the work place. Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 At least a Degree in Geology\/ Geographical Information System or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Location:<\/strong> Ghana<\/p>\n How To Apply For The Job<\/strong><\/p>\n Applicants with the requisite qualifications should send their CVs and copies of relevant certificates to the address below not later than 24th September, 2016:<\/p>\n Chiranohr.recruitment@kinross.com<\/strong><\/p>\n or<\/p>\n The Human Resource Manager<\/strong> Please indicate ONLY the position in the subject area when applying online.<\/p>\n Closing Date:<\/strong> 24 September, 2016<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Kinross is a Canadian-based Gold Mining Company with its Head Office in Toronto, and has mines and projects in the United States, Canada, Russia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Ghana and Mauritania,…..<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6721,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[35],"tags":[1359,2027],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p2nO32-4pb","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16937"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6721"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16937"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16937\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16937"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16937"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16937"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Actively participate in CGML Continuous Improvement program
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure that the Geology Database is up to date, including: Drillhole collar information, Sampling and assay data, Ore mining tallies, Stockpile balances, and Truckload data transfer.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Maintain both open pit and underground Geology databases.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure that robust data validation processes are in place and always validated.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure that the database procedures are current so that data users have access to the data at all times.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Actively develop and improve database functionality.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Maintain adequate data back-up procedures to ensure the security of the databases at all times.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Analyse and present data as directed. Including laboratory turnaround times and QAQC reports.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Manage the Geology master folders in line with departmental requirements and standards.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure all Surpac users have access to software and updates are installed and distributed.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Maintain up to date knowledge of geological software developments.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned by your supervisor in accordance with the company\u2019s policies.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must have a minimum of 3-6 years practical experience in advance exploration, project development or mining production.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Advanced computer skills \u2013 3D-Mining Software (preferably Surpac), GIS, Microsoft applications (Access, SQL Server) or similar geological database systems
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Understand GIS principles, the application of GIS to mapping, and methods of capturing, processing, and disseminating GIS data.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Good working knowledge of geological-related QA\/QC standards and methods.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must be able to apply standards, policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Good written and oral communication and report writing skills.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must possess a valid Ghanaian Driver\u2019s License with defensive driving skills.<\/p>\n
\nChirano Gold Mines Limited<\/strong>
\nP. O. Box 57<\/strong>
\nBibiani<\/strong><\/p>\n