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Prospector
₹17,81,685 (INR)/yr
₹856.58 (INR)/hr
₹58,796 (INR)/yr
The average prospector gross salary in India is ₹17,81,685 or an equivalent hourly rate of ₹857. In addition, they earn an average bonus of ₹58,796. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in India. An entry level prospector (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of ₹12,64,428. On the other end, a senior level prospector (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of ₹22,47,259.
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Salary Potential
₹23,10,987 (INR)
30 %
Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Prospector will increase 30 % over 5 years.
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Job Description
Explores likely regions to discover valuable mineral deposits, using topographical maps, surveys, reports, and knowledge of geology and mineralogy: examines outcrops, placer, and stream channels for mineral content. Drills, dynamites, or digs trenches or pits along rock formations or creek beds to obtain rock samples. Breaks off samples and tests them for presence of minerals with heat, acid, magnifying glass,... or by pulverizing and washing or panning. Assays samples for preliminary quantitative estimate. Collects data on rock formations, using geophysical instruments and devices, such as geiger counters and electronic sounding equipment, and determines feasibility of staking and developing claim. Stakes claim according to federal or state legal requirements. Develops mineral deposits by means of placer or hard rock mining. May sell interests in discovered areas.
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