{"id":4023066,"url":"https://alion.io/job/anglo-american-hydrogeologist","title":"Hydrogeologist","company":{"id":4620,"name":"Anglo American","domain":"angloamerican.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/angloamerican","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SmartRecruiters","truth_index":null},"role":"Science & Research","role_family":"Science & Research","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Kathu, South Africa"],"countries":["ZA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-10T12:53:46Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-10","last_verified_at":"2026-11-10T15:55:29Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"We have an exciting opportunity for Hydrogeologist. The purpose of this role is to design and implement groundwater dewatering projects while complying with regulations and prioritising safety as a 2.6.1 Legal Appointment.\nWe’re the best in the industry.\nYou’ll make us better.\nGuided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives\", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible - from mobile phones to medicines.\nKumba Iron Ore\nWe produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel, widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects - exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.\n As our Hydrogeologist, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:\nSafety, Health and Environment\nUse personal protective equipment (PPE) according to safety regulations and maintain it properly.\nAdhere to SHEQ standards for all work activities.\nRead, sign off, and follow all appropriate work instructions and standards.\nAttend safety meetings as instructed.\nAlways correctly apply HIRA/Mini HIRA and report safety and health-related issues.\nMaintain good housekeeping practices in the allocated area to ensure a hazard-free environment.\nEnsure that work practices do not endanger the safety of others.\nTake all necessary safety precautions when working on production equipment.\nComply with personal safety requirements.\nEnsure the safety of others.\nAdhere to safety precautions and practices.\nEnsure that required risk assessments are in place.\nActive participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.\nPerformance and Delivery\nDaily Activities:\nExecute daily activities aligned with 2.6.1 Legal Appointment.\nProvide a comprehensive dewatering strategy to ensure dry and safe pit conditions.\nEnsure the groundwater level is consistently below the current mining level to ensure safe and effective mining conditions.\nUpdate the geohydrological model used to predict future water volumes to be extracted and ensure that ground levels are accurate and current.\nMonitor water levels, pump volumes, and consumer volumes at specific intervals.\nMaintain and develop effective monitoring to ensure accurate geohydrological information.\nManage capital projects to ensure the continuous expansion of the dewatering network.\nManage contractors concerning dewatering, drilling, and consultants for geohydrological studies effectively.\nPlan and implement dewatering activities in liaison with all relevant Mine sections.\nInteract with service departments such as mine planning, geology, and survey, and ensure that mine plans, geotechnical engineering standards, and mine code of practices related to geotechnical engineering are signed off.\nKeep abreast of current technologies.\nUpdate models (SFRM).\nExecute the Rain Readiness Strategy.\nInspection and Maintenance:\nMonitor water levels, pump volumes, and consumer volumes at specific intervals to compile the water balance.\nEnsure that the water balance complies with the water permit regulations.\nMaintain and develop an effective monitoring network to ensure accurate consumer volume information.\nAdhere to legal compliance.\nMeetings:\nAttend monthly dewatering meetings with interested and affected parties to provide feedback and technical inputs.\nInvestigate all water-related complaints and seek and implement corrective actions if necessary.\nAttend ad hoc/quarterly meetings with relevant stakeholders to optimise water management.\nConduct effective monthly geotechnical engineering SHE.\nAdhere to meeting attendance and contribution. \nThis role is in the Discovery & Geosciences (GEO) NC department on a band 6.10 (D1) reporting to the Specialist Hydrogeologist Sishen.\n Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4) or equivalent SAQA-recognised qualification.\nA relevant qualification in Hydrology & Water Resources Management/ Earth Science in Mining & Environmental Geology.\nB.Sc. in Geology/Hydrogeology (Preferred).\nSA Drivers Licence.\nRegistered with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) would be an advantage.\nTechnical Knowledge\nIn-depth understanding of relevant safety and mining legislation, including the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Minerals and Energy Act.\nGood knowledge of Anglo American plc Safety and Sustainable development policies, procedures, and standards.\nKnowledge of Sishen Iron Ore Operational and Geotechnical Engineering Codes of Practice, policies, and procedures.\nKnowledge of geotechnical engineering practices, principles, and processes.\nBasic understanding of the risk assessment process.\nUnderstanding of Geotechnical Engineering best practices and new technologies.\nKnowledge of Mine Planning Principles.\n Who we are?\nAnglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.\nWe work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.\nHow we are committed to your safety\nNothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.\nInclusion and Diversity\nAnglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.\nHow to apply\nTo apply for this role, please complete our online application form. 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