Senior Mine Geologist

Description

The Senior Mine Geologist will provide technical geological leadership to support the safe, efficient and profitable extraction of ore at Harmony’s Eva Copper Mine in Cloncurry. The role is accountable for grade control, ore control, geological modelling, reconciliation, resource definition drilling and geological data management, while ensuring compliance with statutory, safety and company requirements. 

Harmony is committed to supporting local and regional employment. We strongly encourage applications from people living in Cloncurry, Mount Isa, Townsville and surrounding North Queensland communities.This role will be DIDO from local communities or FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville to our site in Cloncurry with local candidates highly regarded. The roster is 8 days on, 6 days off.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities

• Provide visible safety leadership and ensure all geological activities comply with safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Act as the senior geological representative on site in the absence of the Geology Superintendent.
• Lead grade control and ore control activities, including blast movement interpretation, dig line design, ore mark-up, stockpile management and reconciliation.
• Develop and maintain short-term geological and grade control models to support mine planning, forecasting and reconciliation.
• Conduct geological mapping and structural interpretation and provide support to geotechnical programs.
• Coordinate and supervise grade control, resource definition drilling and sampling programs, including QA/QC, assay validation and laboratory performance.
• Maintain geological databases and ensure the quality and integrity of geological data.
• Prepare and communicate geological, production, grade control and reconciliation reports.
• Identify and communicate geological risks and opportunities affecting mine performance and reconciliation.
• Develop and maintain geological procedures, standards and work practices.
• Work closely with Mining, Processing, Technical Services and Geotechnical teams to optimise ore recovery and minimise dilution.
• Coach and mentor geologists and technicians and manage geological contractors and consultants.
• Support operational readiness and continuous improvement of geological systems and processes.

Qualifications

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Geology, Earth Sciences or similar
• 5 years mine geology experience in an operating mine
• Open pit copper experience, including grade control, ore control and geological modelling
• Experience in resource definition drilling, reconciliation, grade control XRF sampling, geotechnical mapping and drill and blast
• Proficiency in Micromine, Deswik, Leapfrog or similar software
• Supervisory experience leading geology teams, contractors or technical personnel
• Clear communicator with strong reporting skills and sound technical judgement
• Current C Class Driver’s Licence
• First Aid certification desireable
• Current Queensland Surface Coal Mine Safety and Health Supervisor competencies (formerly G1, G8 and G9) and RIIRIS402E Carry Out the Risk Management Process (formerly G2) are desirable.
• Right to live and work in Australia

 

About us

At Harmony, our values underpin everything we do. Safety is our highest priority, and we are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where our people can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects.

 

Benefits

• Opportunity to be part of a growing and diverse project portfolio
• Exposure to major mining development activities across Australia and PNG
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

 

If you believe you have the skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil this role, please submit your application online. Please include a Cover Letter which outlines how your skills and experience align with this role.

Salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience.

 

Please note:

All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this role.

We thank all applicants for your interest and the time taken to submit your application. While we consider all suitable applicants, only those short-listed for screening will be contacted.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.

 

Please note:

All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for your interest and the time taken to submit your application. While we consider all suitable applicants, only those short-listed for screening will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an office-based pre-employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.

 

To learn more about Harmony, please visit our website www.harmony.co.za