Job Description

Hydrogeological Technician Job in Kalumbila

Job Overview

OPV Zambia Ltd is recruiting a Hydrogeological Technician to support groundwater monitoring, hydrogeological inspections, drill supervision, and dewatering operations within a mining environment in Kalumbila, Zambia. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in mining operations, groundwater management, field inspections, environmental monitoring, drilling supervision, geological support, and hydrogeological data collection.

The role focuses on assisting the Hydrogeologist in maintaining safe and stable groundwater conditions while supporting mine safety, pit dewatering, water quality monitoring, and borehole infrastructure management.

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Job Title

Hydrogeological Technician – Mining Operations

Company

OPV Zambia Ltd

Job Location

Kalumbila, Zambia

Employment Type

Full-Time

Industry

Mining / Hydrogeology / Environmental Services

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Competitive Salary Package (Not Disclosed)

Additional employment benefits may include:

• Professional mining industry exposure
• Practical hydrogeological field training
• Career development opportunities
• Health and safety training programs
• Technical mentorship under experienced hydrogeologists
• Exposure to large-scale open pit mining operations

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Job Purpose

The Hydrogeological Technician will support daily hydrogeological field activities, groundwater monitoring, drill supervision, and hydrogeological data collection to ensure safe mine operations and efficient groundwater management.

The successful candidate will assist in protecting the open pit mine environment from groundwater risks while contributing to dewatering efficiency and water quality monitoring systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Hydrogeological Field Support

• Assist the Hydrogeologist with routine field inspections and groundwater monitoring.
• Support hydrogeological mapping and field investigations.
• Conduct pit inspections to identify groundwater-related risks.

2. Drilling & Borehole Supervision

• Supervise drilling activities and collect drill rig data.
• Assist with borehole construction in collaboration with drill contractors.
• Participate in grouting and borehole infrastructure installation.

3. Monitoring & Data Collection

• Collect flow monitoring and groundwater data.
• Perform hydraulic testing under the supervision of the Hydrogeologist.
• Maintain accurate hydrogeological records and database inputs.

4. Geophysical Survey Support

• Assist in geophysical survey traverse marking.
• Coordinate bush clearing and site preparation activities for surveys and drilling.

5. Groundwater Safety & Mine Dewatering

• Support safe groundwater management in the open pit mine.
• Contribute to efficient mine dewatering and water quality monitoring.
• Report and assist in investigating groundwater-related incidents.

6. Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with:
  • Geology teams
  • Mine planning departments
  • Survey teams
  • Mining operations personnel
• Support cross-functional mining activities as directed by the Hydrogeologist.

7. Logistics & Operational Support

• Coordinate drill-site preparation and pad construction.
• Assist in logistical planning for field activities.
• Provide operational support during day and occasional night shifts.

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Educational Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• Undergraduate qualification (advantageous but not mandatory)
  OR
• Relevant exposure to mining, geology, environmental sciences, or hydrogeological support work

Advantageous Qualification

• Previous open pit hydrogeological experience will be considered an advantage.

Experience Requirements

Previous 3 years work experience is not mandatory, making this an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates seeking careers in:

• Mining operations
• Hydrogeology
• Environmental monitoring
• Groundwater management
• Field technical support

Relevant field exposure or internship experience in mining or environmental operations is beneficial.

Required Skills & Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of basic mine health and safety
• Basic First Aid knowledge
• Strong organizational and planning abilities
• Computer literacy in:
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
• Hydrogeological monitoring understanding
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving ability
• Team collaboration skills
• Data recording and reporting capability

Popular career-related skills for this position include groundwater monitoring, mining technician jobs, hydrogeology assistant, drilling operations, borehole maintenance, field technician, dewatering systems, environmental compliance, pit inspections, geological support, and water quality monitoring.

Key Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should be:

• Self-motivated and disciplined
• Detail-oriented and methodical
• Comfortable working independently
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Flexible and willing to work shifts when required
• Open to learning from multicultural teams
• Professional and safety-conscious

Mandatory Requirement

• Valid Manual Driver’s License (Essential)
• Clean Criminal Record

Training & Professional Development

Selected candidates may receive practical exposure and training in:

• Hydrogeological operations
• Groundwater monitoring systems
• Drill supervision techniques
• Borehole installation and maintenance
• Hydraulic test work
• Mine dewatering practices
• Environmental compliance and safety systems
• Open pit mining operations

This role provides strong career progression opportunities for candidates interested in hydrogeology, mining engineering support, environmental science, geological fieldwork, groundwater management, and mine operations.

Why Join OPV Zambia Ltd?

Joining OPV Zambia Ltd provides the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on experience in mining hydrogeology
• Work within a professional mining environment
• Learn from experienced hydrogeologists and engineers
• Develop technical field skills in mining operations
• Build a long-term career in hydrogeology and environmental mining support

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should apply through the company recruitment platform and ensure they have:

• Updated CV/Resume
• Academic documents (if available)
• Valid manual driver’s license
• Supporting professional records

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