Marius Van Niekerk
About Marius Van Niekerk
Marius Van Niekerk is a Technical Service Manager with extensive experience in geology and mining consulting. He has worked in various roles across multiple companies, including Kumba, Hatch Africa, and CAE Mining Africa, and has a strong background in resource estimation and feasibility studies.
Current Role at Datamine Software
Marius Van Niekerk has been serving as the Technical Service Manager at Datamine Software since 2015. His role involves overseeing technical services and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions to clients in the mining sector. Based in Johannesburg Area, South Africa, he has contributed to the company's reputation for excellence in mining software and services.
Previous Experience at Kumba and Other Companies
Marius Van Niekerk worked at Kumba as a Senior Geologist from 1994 to 2003, accumulating nine years of experience. He later served as a Senior Mining Consultant at Hatch Africa from 2005 to 2007 and held the position of Principal Consultant at Snowden for eight months in 2010. Additionally, he worked at GijimaAst as a Senior Mining Consultant from 2003 to 2005, and he has acted as an independent geologist advising on ASX listing documents.
Educational Background in Mining and Geology
Marius Van Niekerk studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, where he earned a Master of Science (M.Sc) in Mining from 1999 to 2002. He also holds a Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons) in Geology from the University of Johannesburg, completed from 1990 to 1993. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in the mining industry.
Expertise in Resource Estimation and Feasibility Studies
Marius Van Niekerk has significant experience in resource estimations, audits, and Quality Assurance Quality Control (QAQC) studies across various African and European countries. He has also been involved in feasibility studies, focusing on optimization, design, and scheduling for different mines and commodities, including diamonds, base metals, iron ore, coal, gold, and platinum.
Leadership and Competency in Mining
In his current role at CAE Mining Africa, where he has worked since 2010, Marius Van Niekerk leads a team of 18 consultants, including mining engineers and geologists. He is recognized as a competent person under SAMREC guidelines for Iron Ore and Uranium in resource evaluation, underscoring his expertise in the field.