Geological Technician (Short-Term: 3 months contract)

• Be part of a high-performing mining company, multi-cultural team environment

• Drive our rehabilitation and erosion control programs for a large geographical area at mine sites

• Generous salary and benefits package – Roaming – Multiple Sites based 14 days on and 07 days off

THIS POSITION IS AVAILABLE TO LAO NATIONALS ONLY.

PanAust Limited is an Australian-headquartered copper and gold producer in Laos, with pre-development and exploration assets in Laos, Myanmar and Papua New Guinea (PNG). The Company is focused on a sustainable business model associated with the production and sale of copper and gold, delivery of production goals and growth.

In Laos, PanAust owns a 90 per cent interest in the Lao-registered company, Phu Bia Mining. The Government of Laos owns the remaining 10 per cent. Phu Bia Mining owns and operates PanAust Phu Kham Copper-Gold Operation and Ban Houayxai Gold-Silver Operation.

This is a unique time to join Phu Bia Mining. The Company’s Phu Kham Copper-Gold and Ban Houayxai Gold-Silver Operations are world-class in terms of safety, production and performance. The Company is committed to continuing to deliver outstanding operational results while developing a mine closure plan that will provide sustainable outcomes for the Government and people of Laos.

By joining the Phu Bia Mining team, you will have the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment, where you will be supported by experienced expatriates and Lao supervisors who will provide you with training and development and the opportunity to develop and improve your English language skills. You will be rewarded with a generous salary and benefits package, including family medical insurance and performance bonuses.

We offer many different career opportunities at our mine and exploration sites and in our Vientiane office; and as an employer who values diversity, we encourage women to apply for all available positions. Our modern mine camps provide great Lao, Asian and Western food, sport and recreational facilities and housekeeping services. Site-based employees work a roster of 20 days on, 8 days off or 14 days on, 7 days off for shift work, while Vientiane – based employees work 5 days per week with 2 days off.

Reporting to the Geology Team Leader.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Collect and record drill data, sample weights, rig time logs and sample IDS 

• Ensure clear labelling of samples 

• Liaise with drill offsiders with carrying out proper collection of grade control samples from RC drilling as per PBM procedure 

• Prepare sample collection and samples bags 

• Packing of samples (RC chips, Diamond Core or pulps) and preparing for sending or storage 

• Liaise with drill offisiders with carrying out proper collection of grade control samples from RC drilling as per PBM procedure 

• Lead and manage core logging, core cutting, sampling and sample dispatches to the Laboratories 

• Work with survey to ensure all holes are picked up in a timely manner 

• Ensure all drill holes are clearly demarcated for back filling and track the compliance. Update the Supervisor if holes cannot be back filled due to hole collapse 

• Assist the Geologist in mapping and logging 

• Assist with data entry and computer data management when required  

• Survey reference peg and laying out lines for drilling and other purposes 

• Wash rock chips and prepare chip trays for geologists 

• Grab sampling, Bulk density and/or hardness testing of rock samples 

• In field spotter for drill pad construction works  

• Assist in making Geological Plans and Maps 

• Ensure drill priorities are followed based on the set plans and targets  

• Act in a supervising capacity for team leader when required 

• Carry out another task as determined by the Supervisor  

To be successful in this role, you will require:

• Diploma in Mining, Exploration and Prospecting or related fields
• At least 1-2 years experience in Geology or related fields
• Average understanding of basic office applications, including MS Office suite
• Basic verbal and written communication skills in English

If you are interested in applying for the position, we encourage you to apply online via our website at:

https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=16821&company=PanAust

or apply via our email: Lounny.Keoboualaphan@pbm.panaust.com

For questions regarding this position or our recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team 

 On:020 7807 7775

To download the application form, please use the following link:

https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1BC0i03kRuDnGoVuSVs8OVWOh19CTyANr