Key Responsibilities:

Gold Aggregation & Collection:

• Oversee the collection and aggregation of gold from small-scale and artisanal miners, ensuring compliance with company standards and protocols.
• Coordinate with miners and vendors to ensure proper delivery of gold to the aggregation points, ensuring all gold is accounted for.
• Conduct initial quality inspections and purity tests on gold received to verify its authenticity and ensure it meets required standards.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of gold, safeguarding it from damage, loss, or theft.

Measurement & Quality Control:

• Accurately weigh, measure, and assess the quality of gold upon receipt from miners or vendors.
• Utilize appropriate gold purity testing equipment (e.g., XRF machines) to assess the gold’s quality.
• Ensure the consistency and reliability of measurement and quality testing procedures.
• Provide technical advice and support to miners and vendors on improving the quality of their gold.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all gold received, including the weight, quality, and source of the gold.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on gold aggregation, detailing quantities received, quality assessments, and any discrepancies.
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements for gold aggregation and trading activities.
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to aggregation targets, quality control, and operational efficiency.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure all gold aggregation activities comply with local and national regulations, including those related to mining, trading, and environmental protection.
• Conduct regular audits of aggregation processes to identify any risks or non-compliance issues.
• Work with the compliance team to address any potential risks, including theft, fraud, or non-compliance with legal or company policies.
• Collaborate with local authorities, miners, and vendors to ensure transparency and accountability in gold aggregation.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with small-scale miners, artisanal miners, vendors, and other stakeholders involved in gold aggregation.
• Provide technical assistance to miners to improve the efficiency and quality of gold extraction and delivery processes.
• Work with the procurement team to ensure fair and transparent pricing for gold purchases.

Technical Support & Training:

• Provide technical training to small-scale miners on best practices for gold extraction, processing, and handling to improve the quality of gold.
• Assist in the identification and implementation of technological solutions to enhance the aggregation process, including improvements in gold testing and handling methods.
• Monitor technological trends in gold mining and aggregation to enhance operational efficiencies.

Qualifications and experience

• Grade 12 school certificate
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Metallurgy, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in gold aggregation, mining, or related fields.
• Registered member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) with valid subscription.
• Experience in quality control, measurement, and testing of minerals or precious metals is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with artisanal and small-scale mining practices is a plus.
• Knowledge of Zambian mining regulations, gold trading, and environmental standards is essential.

 Skill Specifications:

• Strong technical skills in gold measurement, quality control, and testing procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail, especially in managing and documenting gold inventory.
• Good communication skills with the ability to engage with miners, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
• Proficiency in the use of gold testing equipment (e.g., XRF machines) and basic IT tools for reporting and record-keeping.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and implement process improvements.

 Other Attributes (Personality Traits)

• High level of integrity and honesty in managing valuable resources.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in remote mining locations with flexibility in working hours.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.