Project Geologist

Project Geologist Needed for Growing Mining Operation

Your new company 
An opportunity is available to join a growing Australian mining operation with an established underground production environment. Geology is central to the operation, with a strong focus on detailed geological interpretation, grade control, resource definition and delivering safe, predictable production outcomes.You’ll join a collaborative technical services team where geological data and interpretation directly influence short, medium and longer-term mine planning.

Your new role 
Reporting to the Senior Underground Geologist, you will take ownership of key grade control and underground geology activities, including:

• Coordinate and execute underground grade control modelling
• Support resource definition and grade control drilling programs
• Maintain and improve geological models to support production planning
• Monitor face, drill sample and assay quality
• Identify and follow up on QAQC issues
• Provide geological input into short, medium and life-of-mine plans
• Work closely with mining, planning and technical services teams
• Mentor and support Underground Mine Geologists and Geology Technicians
• Maintain high standards of geological data quality, interpretation and reporting
• Contribute to continuous improvement across underground geology processes

What you'll need to succeed 
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the mining industry
• Demonstrated underground production geology experience
• Experience with grade control and basic resource modelling
• Strong understanding of underground geological data collection, interpretation and QAQC
• Experience with 3D geological modelling software such as Leapfrog, Vulcan or Surpac
• Competency across Microsoft Office, geological logging software and GIS packages
• Current WA C Class Driver’s Licence, with manual preferred
• Strong communication skills and the ability to mentor junior geology personnel
• Commitment to maintaining high geological, safety and environmental standards

What you'll get in return 

• 8/6 FIFO roster
• Exposure to a growing underground mining operation
• Hands-on involvement across grade control, modelling and mine planning
• Opportunity to mentor and develop junior geology personnel
• Supportive and collaborative site leadership
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Potential health insurance benefits

What you need to do now 
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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