Masilo Ephric Mahlo
About Masilo Ephric Mahlo
Masilo Ephric Mahlo is a Mining and Environmental Geologist at GlencoreXstrata Plc, SHANDUKA COAL, where he has worked since 2013. He specializes in acid mine drainage management, air quality control, and pollution prevention.
Work at Glencore
Masilo Ephric Mahlo has been employed at GlencoreXstrata Plc, Shanduka Coal since 2013. He holds the position of Mining and Environmental Geologist, where he has accumulated over 11 years of experience. His responsibilities include managing acid mine drainage, monitoring surface and groundwater, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. He has been based in Newcastle, KZN, specifically in Dannhauser, since 2016.
Education and Expertise
Masilo Mahlo completed his Matric Certificate at Mafutsane Secondary School in Tzaneen, Mopani District, where he studied subjects including Physical Science, Geography, Biology, Mathematics, Afrikaans, and English from 1998 to 2002. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Earth Sciences with a focus on Mining and Environmental Geology from the University of Venda for Science and Technology between 2003 and 2011. Additionally, he studied Mining and Environmental Management at North West University, achieving a qualification in Environmental Law for Environmental Managers in 2013.
Background
Before joining Glencore, Masilo Mahlo worked as an Environmental In-service Trainee at Limpopo Economic Development, Environment & Tourism for five months in 2011, located in the Sekhukhune district of Limpopo. His early career experience provided him with foundational knowledge in environmental management and compliance.
Specializations
Masilo Mahlo specializes in acid mine drainage management and air quality control. His expertise extends to pollution prevention and waste management strategies. He is responsible for surface and groundwater monitoring and reporting, ensuring that environmental standards are met in his role as a Mining and Environmental Geologist.