Overall Job Purpose

The Graduate Trainee will undergo a structured development program aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in their chosen field. This role provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to various aspects of the business operations at FQM Trident Limited.

Specific Job Responsibility

The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include:

• Participate in structured on-the-job training programs across different departments.
• Support departmental projects, operations, and daily activities.
• Conduct research, data analysis, and reporting to aid decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior staff and cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies in all assigned tasks.
• Engage in continuous learning and skill development through mentorship and training sessions.
• Contribute innovative ideas and solutions to improve business processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of tasks, findings, and progress reports.

Job Specific Competencies

Technical Knowledge: Understanding of mining legislation, SOPs, and operational procedures.
Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols and risk assessment methodologies.
Problem-Solving: Ability to tackle practical, production-oriented problems through mini-projects.
Project Management: Skills in managing projects, including planning, execution, and reporting.

Key Job Attributes

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
Initiative and ability to work independently under supervision.
Strong safety awareness and adherence to workplace regulations.
Willingness to be based on-site at one of our FQM Trident Limited.
Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse team environment.
Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.

Experience required to perform in this job

No prior experience required. Internships or practical experience in mining operations will be advantageous. Ability to multi-task & work well under pressure and in a team environment. Good verbal and written communications skills. Computer literate in Microsoft Office suite.

Qualifications

Degree in a relevant field (Mining Engineering, Mining Geology, geo-science, Geometallurgy, Data Science, Environmental Sciences, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Forestry, or any Natural Resources Management field, Computer Science/Statistic/Mathematics). No prior experience required. Internships or practical experience in mining operations will be advantageous.

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