About U.H Mining Company Ltd

U.H Mining Company Ltd, a member of the RANI Group, is a growing mining company engaged in the exploration, development and extraction of strategic minerals in Rwanda. As part of its expansion and mechanisation programme, the Company is seeking to recruit a highly qualified, experienced and results-oriented Chief Mine Geologist to lead geological activities and support efficient, safe and sustainable mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all geological activities for exploration, resource evaluation and mine production.
• Develop and implement geological mapping, sampling and grade control programmes.
• Supervise orebody modelling, resource estimation and geological interpretation.
• Provide geological guidance for mine planning and production optimisation.
• Ensure accurate ore delineation and minimise dilution and ore losses.
• Coordinate drilling programmes and core logging activities.
• Maintain geological databases, models and technical records.
• Work closely with Mining Engineers, Surveyors and Processing teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with mining legislation, environmental requirements and health and safety standards.
• Prepare geological reports, resource updates and technical presentations for management.
• Supervise and mentor geological staff and contractors.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Applied Geology or Earth Sciences from a recognised university. A Master's Degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience in mining geology, preferably in underground mining operations.
• Experience in geological modelling and resource estimation software such as Leapfrog, Surpac, Datamine or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of grade control, structural geology and mineral resource evaluation.
• Excellent analytical, leadership and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and ability to work in remote mining locations.
• Good proficiency in both Kinyarwanda and English. Proficiency in French is an added advantage.

Required Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Geological interpretation and resource evaluation
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mine planning support
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Health, safety and environmental awareness
• Communication and teamwork
• Commitment to continuous improvement

• Lead and manage all geological activities for exploration, resource evaluation and mine production.
• Develop and implement geological mapping, sampling and grade control programmes.
• Supervise orebody modelling, resource estimation and geological interpretation.
• Provide geological guidance for mine planning and production optimisation.
• Ensure accurate ore delineation and minimise dilution and ore losses.
• Coordinate drilling programmes and core logging activities.
• Maintain geological databases, models and technical records.
• Work closely with Mining Engineers, Surveyors and Processing teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with mining legislation, environmental requirements and health and safety standards.
• Prepare geological reports, resource updates and technical presentations for management.
• Supervise and mentor geological staff and contractors.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.

• Leadership and team management
• Geological interpretation and resource evaluation
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mine planning support
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Health, safety and environmental awareness
• Communication and teamwork
• Commitment to continuous improvement

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Applied Geology or Earth Sciences from a recognised university. A Master's Degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience in mining geology, preferably in underground mining operations.
• Experience in geological modelling and resource estimation software such as Leapfrog, Surpac, Datamine or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of grade control, structural geology and mineral resource evaluation.
• Excellent analytical, leadership and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and ability to work in remote mining locations.
• Good proficiency in both Kinyarwanda and English. Proficiency in French is an added advantage.