Job Title: Geological Technician
Organisation: Uganda National Mining Company (UNMC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
REF: UNMC-2025-EE-02-12
About Organisation:
The Uganda National Mining Company (UNMC) was established under the Mining and Minerals Act, 2022, (Act No. 25 of 2022) and incorporated under the Companies Act 2012, (Act No.1 of 2012). It is a limited liability company wholly owned by the Government of Uganda. The overall function of UNMC is to manage the commercial holding and participating interests of the State in the mining and mineral industry to ensure that the country obtains optimal value from its mineral resources.
Job Summary: Support Geologists in field exploration, sample preparation, data collection, and maintaining laboratory standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Field Support: Assist in geological surveys, field sampling, and mapping, ensuring data quality and consistency.
- Sample Preparation and Handling: Prepare and process geological samples (soil, rock, drillcore) for analysis and submission to labs.
- Data Entry and Management: Manage and organize field data, ensuring proper documentation and storage for future reference.
- Equipment Management: Maintain geological and laboratory equipment, ensuring they are in optimal condition for field operations.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and working in the field.
- Any other task as may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Diploma in Geological Technology, Geology, or related field.
- Two (2) years of field experience supporting exploration activities.
- Proficiency with field data collection tools (e.g., GPS, clinometers) and laboratory preparation methods.
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including remote field areas.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate data collection and sample processing.
- Effective teamwork and collaboration in both field and laboratory settings.
- Knowledge of health and safety protocols.
- Age: 25-35 years
How to Apply:
Applicant should visit the UNMC website at www.unmc.co.ug or the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development website: www.memd.go.ug to view the detailed job description, select and apply for the job of choice and submit application through the online application system https://form.jotform.com/250122842226548
Only applications received online will be accepted. Applicants are required to attach CERTIFIED copies of the required academic documents. (Note that the academic documents should be certified by the awarding local institutions while awards by foreign institutions should be certified by the foreign institution or a duly authorized Certification body of that country) All applicants must attach soft copies of relevant motivation letter, CV and academic transcripts in word and PDF formats only.
Applications without Certified academic documents will not be considered.
UNMC offers a highly dynamic work environment and provides competitive and attractive benefits.
Deadline: Friday 19th April 2025 at 5:00pm
NB: Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted, and any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
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