As a Mine Geologist, you will need to master following:

• advise on geology for mineral extraction
• advise on mining environmental issues
• communicate on minerals issues
• communicate on the environmental impact of mining
• deal with pressure from unexpected circumstances
• determine characteristics of mineral deposits
• plan mine operations
• provide information on geological characteristics
• use mine planning software

More generally, a mine geologist is also versed in:

• address problems critically
• chemistry
• geology
• prepare scientific reports
• supervise staff

It also helps to know the following:

• advise on mine development
• advise on mine equipment
• advise on mine production
• develop site remediation strategies
• dimension stone
• logging
• maintain records of mining operations
• monitor mine production
• negotiate land access
• assess operating cost