geochemist

geographic information systems

The tools involved in geographical mapping and positioning, such as GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing).

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geology

Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.

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types of metal

Qualities, specifications, applications and reactions to different fabricating processes of various types of metal, such as steel, aluminium, brass, copper and others.

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communicate on minerals issues

Communicate on minerals issues with contractors, politicians and public officials.

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conduct laboratory chemical research on metals

Perform all laboratory chemical quality control tests for basic metals under national and international standards, applying methods of preparing samples and procedures of doing the tests. Analyse and interpret tests results.

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deal with pressure from unexpected circumstances

Strive to achieve objectives despite the pressures arising from unexpected factors outside of your control.

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examine geochemical samples

Analyse laboratory samples using equipment such as spectrometers, gas chromatographs, microscopes, microprobes and carbon analysers. Determine the age and characteristics of environmental samples such as minerals, rock or soil.

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address problems critically

Identify the strengths and weaknesses of various abstract, rational concepts, such as issues, opinions, and approaches related to a specific problematic situation in order to formulate solutions and alternative methods of tackling the situation.

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conduct environmental site assessments

Manage and oversee environmental site prospection and assessments for mining or industrial sites. Designate and demarcate areas for geochemical analysis and scientific research.

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create GIS reports

Use relevant geographic informations systems to create reports and maps based on geospatial information, using GIS software programmes.

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create thematic maps

Use various techniques such as choropleth mapping and dasymetric mapping to create thematic maps based on geospatial information, using software programmes.

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ensure compliance with environmental legislation

Monitor activities and perform tasks ensuring compliance with standards involving environmental protection and sustainability, and amend activities in the case of changes in environmental legislation. Ensure that the processes are compliant with environment regulations and best practices.

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manipulate metal

Manipulate the properties, shape and size of metal.

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perform sample testing

Examine and perform tests on prepared samples; avoid any possibility of accidental or deliberate contamination during the testing phase. Operate sampling equipment in line with design parameters.

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prepare samples for testing

Take and prepare samples for testing, verify their representability; avoid bias and any possibility of accidental or deliberate contamination. Provide clear numbering, labelling and recording of the sample details, in order to make sure that the results can be accurately matched to the original material.

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May also perform routine testing on the obtained samples.

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prepare scientific reports

Prepare reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.

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chemistry

The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.

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collect samples

Set up and operate equipment to collect water, gas, oil or soil samples for testing.

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test samples for pollutants

Measure concentrations of pollutants within samples. Calculate air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes. Identify potential safety or health risks such as radiation.

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liaise with industrial professionals

Establish relationships with engineers and other industrial professionals.

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perform minor repairs to equipment

Conduct routine maintenance on equipment. Recognise and identify minor defects in equipment and make repairs if appropriate.

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supervise staff

Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.

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troubleshoot

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

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