Geologist

Aliases: Test Geologist

Industry/Sector(s): Education, Training and Research

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Geologist is expected to perform include:

Studying the physical structure of Earth’s crust, its rock formations and fossils to determine Earth’s history, gradual changes and development or to locate minerals and fuels
Conducting exploratory geological survey using special instruments and techniques
Supervising drilling operations in areas of economic mineral deposits
Collecting samples of minerals or rocks, at various depths, for detailed study to determine their formulation and quality and quantity of deposits
Evaluating extent of deposit for commercial exploitation
Undertaking and co-ordinating various activities related to drilling, testing, development and production of minerals
Preparing reports, maps and diagrams showing out crops of rocks and ore bodies and their various geological structures
Advising on suitability of soils and rocks for construction of dams, tunnels, roads, buildings, etc., and on strength of foundation necessary
Rendering advice on problems of underground water reservoirs
Studying natural phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanoes, glaciers and mountain building for advancement of knowledge and research on gradual changes and development of Earth’s crust
Combining teaching with research and administrative work when employed by a college or university

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is not a desk job
May need to handle a team
Local travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This job is suitable for candidates with One Arm (OA), One Leg (OL) and those who have their Hearing Impaired (HH)

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ³

Preferably, M.Sc. in geology

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Skilled in using microscopes, mapping software, compasses, picks and rock hammers or chisels
Knowledge of chemical composition, structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo
Skilled in investigating the composition, structure and history of the Earth's crust through collection, examination, measurement and classification of soils, minerals, rocks and fossil remains
Knowledge of all the equipment required to conduct an exploratory geological survey
Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology
Knowledge of special instruments and techniques such as air survey and air photo mapping and geo-chemical and geophysical prospecting methods to locate deposits of mineral, oil and gas

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Good communication skills
Hard-working

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Universities offering geology across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://geology.du.ac.in/extra/19912_Msc_Geology.pdf

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Intern → Geologist → Senior Geologist → Deputy Director of the Department → Director of the Department

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For candidates with experience - Rs 16,000 to Rs 41,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ³

Generally, experience of 1 to 6 years is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ³

Mining companies
Gas exploration companies
Cement companies
Natural resources companies
Environmental consulting companies
Civil engineering companies
Colleges and universities

KEYWORDS

Geologist
Test Geologist
Exploration Geologist
Development Geologist
Resident Geologist

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	2114.0100	Geologist
ISCO 2008	2114	Geologists and Geophysicists
NIC 2008	72100	Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 2
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	https://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Geologist-Fugro-Geotech-India-Pvt-Ltd-Mumbai-Kolkata-Delhi-Delhi-NCR-National-Capital-Region-Navi-Mumbai-Nagpur-1-to-6-years-031116003523?src=seo_srp&sid=1480607308455&xp=1&qp=geologist&srcPage=s
4	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-2.pdf

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