Geological Technical Services Manager (Uranium / Grade Control / Resource Estimation / Geology / Surface Mining) - Southern Africa

Job Description

Our client is a uranium mining operation. They are seeking a Geological Technical Services Manager who will be responsible for providing geological and technical services leadership to support safe, compliant, and value-optimised uranium mining operations. The role ensures geological models, resource estimates, grade control, and technical inputs are accurate, compliant, and aligned with operational and long-term mine planning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the site geology and technical services team, ensuring capability, performance, and compliance.
• Oversee geological modelling, grade control, and production reconciliation to maximise uranium recovery and minimise dilution.
• Manage resource and reserve estimation in accordance with applicable reporting codes (e.g. JORC / NI 43-101).
• Provide geological input to short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning.
• Manage brownfields exploration programs to support mine life extension and resource confidence.
• Ensure integrity and governance of geological data, systems, and QA/QC processes.
• Support regulatory compliance, including radiation management, environmental approvals, and technical audits.
• Act as the primary geological interface with corporate teams, regulators, and independent reviewers.

Requirements

• Qualification and Skill Degree in Geology or Earth Sciences (Honours preferred).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in mine geology or technical services.
• Strong experience in resource estimation, grade control, and geological modelling.
• Proven leadership in a regulated mining environment.
• Strong technical judgement and problem-solving ability.
• Experience with uranium mining operations and associated regulatory frameworks advantageous.

Benefits and Contractual Information

Permanent position. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work within a leading uranium mining operation in a senior technical leadership role.

How to Apply

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.