impact of geological factors on mining operations
Be aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.
Mining geotechnical engineers in mining perform engineering, hydrological and geological tests and analyses to improve the safety and efficiency of mineral operations. They oversee the collection of samples and the taking of measurements using geotechnical investigation methods and techniques. They model the mechanical behaviour of the rock mass and contribute to the design of the mine geometry.
Competences and skills
17 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
1 competencegeology
Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.
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Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesdesign infrastructure for surface mines
Assist with the design of mine infrastructure using specialised computer software and data calculations.
digital
manage geotechnical staff
Manage a complete geotechnical staff including consultants, contractors, geologists and geotechnical engineers.
Sector-specific
3 competencesadvise on geology for mineral extraction
Provide advice of the impact of geological factors on the development of mineral production. Take into account factors such as cost, safety, and characteristics of deposits.
plan geotechnical investigations in the field
Conduct thorough field investigations; perform drills and analyse samples of rocks and sediments.
use mine planning software
Use specialised software to plan, design and model for mining operations.
digital
Cross-sector
4 competencesaddress 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.
advise on construction materials
Provide advice on and test a wide range of construction materials.
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- It includes building stone, sand, bricks, clay and gravel.
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.
supervise staff
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competencehealth and safety hazards underground
The rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground.
Optional skills and competences 5 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceinterpret seismic data
Interpret data gathered through seismic survey to visualize the subsurface of the earth.
Sector-specific
3 competencesadvise on archaeological sites
Consult geological maps and data and analyse aerial photographs; provide advice on site selection and archaeological issues.
install rock movement monitoring devices
Install and operate monitoring devices, such as extensometers to measure deformation and movement, pressure cells to measure stresses and geophones to measure microseismicity.
test raw minerals
Take samples of mineral materials for testing purposes. Execute various chemical and physical tests on the materials.
Cross-sector
1 competencemine dump design
Develop and implement safe and effective waste and dump management. Minimise the ecological footprint of the operation and follow legal requirements.
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