Jj Grobler
About Jj Grobler
Jj Grobler is a Technical Services Manager at Xstrata Zinc in Mount Isa, with over two decades of experience in the mining industry. He holds a Master's degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering and has worked in various roles, including project mining engineer and planning engineer.
Current Role at Xstrata Zinc
Jj Grobler serves as the Technical Services Manager at Xstrata Zinc, a position he has held since 2011. In this role, he is based in Mount Isa and is responsible for overseeing various technical services related to mining operations. His expertise in blasting optimization and improvement plays a significant role in mine planning and scheduling, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of mining processes.
Previous Experience in Mining Industry
Jj Grobler has accumulated over two decades of experience in the mining industry. Prior to his current role, he worked at Xstrata Zinc as the Expansion Feasibility Team Leader from 2009 to 2011. He also held the position of Planning Engineer at South Deep from 2001 to 2004 and served as an AUC Project Mining Engineer at De Beers from 2004 to 2007. His diverse roles reflect a comprehensive understanding of mining operations.
Educational Background
Jj Grobler has a solid educational foundation in mining and physics. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from the University of the Free State from 1990 to 1993. He further pursued a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mining at the University of Pretoria from 1997 to 2000. Additionally, he obtained a Master's degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering from the University of Ballarat from 2009 to 2010. This academic background supports his technical expertise in the mining sector.
Expertise in Blasting Optimization
Jj Grobler has developed specialized expertise in blasting optimization and improvement, which is crucial for effective mine planning and scheduling. His knowledge in this area enhances production efficiency and safety in mining operations. This skill set is integral to his responsibilities as Technical Services Manager, where he applies his insights to improve operational outcomes.