64 - Mining Geology and Ore Control

In this episode, our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and head of Advisory APAC Justine Tracey discuss what mine geologists do on a daily basis, their role in ensuring efficient mining, and provide tips for new mine geologists. This podcast episode at a glance: 00:55 Definition of a Mining Model 01:15 Process of Creating a Mining Model 03:20 Importance of a Mining Model  04:45 Modifications in a Mining Model – dilution and ore loss  06:15 Ways to incorporate dilution and ore loss into a mining model 09:30 Choosing the Right Application Method 12:30 Added Fields and Properties 16:30 Model Efficiency Adjustments  Join our experts as they explore the topic "The true role of a mine geologist" in the episode 75 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.  If you'd like to connect with Ian and Justine, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast episode is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. Please look for Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro.  These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode, our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Head of Advisory APAC Justine Tracey discuss the importance of data quality in mineral resource estimation and how to manage and understand your data. This podcast video at a glance: 00:30 - Topic introduction  01:30 - Overview of podcast purpose 01:45 - Implications of using bad data for mineral resource estimate 02:10 - Definition of bad data 04:20 - Is bad data worse that no data 05:30 - Transition from good data to bad data 07:00 - Requirements for a maiden mineral resource estimate 08:05 - Other aspects of data quality 09:10 - Understanding your data and explanation of metadata 10:45 - Role of the JORC Code in ensuring good data Join our experts as they explore the topic "Mining the truth" in the episode 74 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Ian and Justine, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast episode is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. Please look for Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro.  These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode, our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Reconcilor Product Owner and Principal Consultant Rayleen Hargreaves discuss the Draft JORC Code with a focus on Reconciliation. This podcast episode at a glance: 00:05 Introduction and overview of Draft JORC Code 01:40 Stakeholders involved in the 2025 JORC Code 03:30 Definition of Reconciliation in the Draft JORC Code 04:30 Clarifications needed with Reconciliation terminology 05:45 Public consultation process and feedback 08:50 Historical vs. Production Reconciliation 15:30 Impact on Public Reporting Practices 16:40 Need for standardisation in Reconciliation Reporting 18:00 Importance of transparent terminology in Reporting 20:00 Potential for Global Reconciliation Standard  21:00 Addressing any ambiguities in the Draft JORC Code 24:00 Final thoughts and call for feedback Join our experts as they explore the topic "Reconciliation Insights: Navigating the Draft JORC Code" in the episode 73 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Ian and Rayleen, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast episode is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.  Please look for Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode, our General Manager of Snowden Optiro, Tarrant Elkington and Managing Consultant, Hamish Guthrie discuss the process of preparing open pit mining models and the challenges involved. This podcast episode at a glance: 00:55 Definition of a Mining Model 01:15 Process of Creating a Mining Model 03:20 Importance of a Mining Model 04:45 Modifications in a Mining Model – dilution and ore loss 06:15 Ways to incorporate dilution and ore loss into a mining model 09:30 Choosing the Right Application Method 12:30 Added Fields and Properties 16:30 Model Efficiency Adjustments  Join our experts as they explore the topic of Open pit mine planning model preparation in the episode 73 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Tarrant and Hamish, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast episode is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.  Please look for Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune in as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken, Executive Consultant and Principal Consultant Jan Graham explore the topic of Commodity Series: Nickel Sulfide. This podcast episode at a glance: 00:05 Introduction 00:40 Experience with nickel sulfide deposits 01:30 Key types of nickel sulfide deposits 02:15 Estimation issues for structurally hosted deposits 04:40 Use of 2D modeling or seam modeling 07:20 Involvement with Nova Bollinger deposit 08:25 Estimation issues for disseminated mineralization 11:00 Geological models in nickel sulfide mines Join our experts as they explore the topic of Nickel Sulfide Lithium in the episode 71 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Ian and Jan, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.  Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune in as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Johannesburg-based Principal Consultant Senzeni Mandava explore the topic of compliance, specifically the similarities and differences between Australian JORC Code and South African SAMREC Code. This podcast episode at a glance:  00:05 Introduction 00:40 Brief comparison of SAMREC vs JORC and when they were updated 01:40 Explanation of a CPR 02:30 Mandatory items to be included in a CPR 03:50 Description of a Readers Panel 05:30 Overview of regulations in Australia 07:20 Comparison of Table 1 in SAMREC vs JORC 09:15 Differences in Table 1 Summary Join our experts as they explore the topic of Compliance in the episode 70 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Ian and Senzeni, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast episode is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.  These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune in as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Johannesburg-based Principal Consultant Senzeni Mandava share insights on industry trends in her local context, discuss ongoing projects, and explore African resource dynamics. This podcast episode at a glance:  00:05 Introduction  01:00 Overview of Johannesburg office and key roles 02:20 Focus on Johannesburg Practice and daily operations 03:50 Initiatives for Professional Development 05:13 Insight into the Steelmaker’s Project and its unique aspects 09:30 Challenges encountered during site visits 11:30 Trends in Mineral Resources across Africa 14:10 Outlook on the South African Mining Industry for 2024 16:30 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impacts on mines in Africa Join our experts as they explore the topic of Exploring African Mining in the episode 69 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Ian and Senzeni, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune is as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Justine Tracey, Head of Advisory APAC discuss mineral resource estimation issues and intricates of gold deposits. This podcast at a glance: 00:05 Introduction 01:10 Ian's Background and Experience with Gold 02:20 Justine's Experience with Gold Deposits 02:50 Key Issues in Estimating Gold Deposits 06:20 Estimating Disseminated Mineralisation in Intrusives 09:00 Challenges with Dual Commodity Mineralisation 10:25 Other Styles of Gold Mineralisation 12:00 Conclusion Join our experts as they explore the topic of Gold Deposits in the episode 68 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Ian and Justine, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast episode is also available as an audio podcast on @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune is as our Executive Consultants Ian Glacken and Craig Morley discuss the importance of value-based ore control, the evolving role of mining geologists, and the impact of AI and simulation in enhancing mining operations. This podcast at a glance: 00:05 Introduction 00:55 Value-Based Ore Control 02:32 Geometallurgy and Its Importance 03:25 The Role of 21st-Century Mining Geologists 05:45 Simulation and Uncertainty in Mining 08:20 Future of Mining Geology and AI 10:30 Future Role of Resource Geologists and AI Join our experts as they explore the topic of Mining geology and Ore Control in the episode 67 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Ian and Craig, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This video podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.  Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join us as our Principal Consultant Chris Jones and Allan Earl, Executive Consultant, exploring the topic of underground mine planning process. This podcast  at a glance: 00:05 Introduction  00:40 Recent Underground Projects 01:05 Underground Mine Planning and Design Process 01:50 Specifics for Scoping Studies 02:25 Mining Method Selection 03:40 Development Design Layout 04:30 Preliminary Stope Designs 05:10 Mining Schedule Setup 07:10 Schedule and Reporting 08:10 Conclusion and Future Topics Join our experts as they explore the topic of Underground Mine Planning Process in the episode 66 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Chris and Allan, please reach out to them at [email protected]. This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.  These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.