Environmental Geochemist 3-6 month FTC
Core
Predictive geochemical modelling for mining, mine closure, and environmental projects, focusing on AMD, mine water chemistry, and waste material assessment.
Role type
Senior IC environmental geochemist (predictive modelling)
Builds
Predictive geochemical models, conceptual models, and technical reports for mining clients
Domain
Mining and environmental consulting
Required skills
Predictive geochemical modelling, aqueous speciation, mineral saturation, equilibrium and kinetic reaction modelling, AMD assessment, geochemical characterisation, data interpretation, technical writing
Preferred skills
Python or R scripting, hydrogeological integration, mine closure planning experience
Technologies
PHREEQC, Geochemist's Workbench (GWB)
Responsibilities
Develop and apply predictive geochemical models using PHREEQC or GWB; Develop geochemical conceptual models for water, minerals, and waste; Undertake aqueous speciation, mineral saturation, and kinetic reaction modelling; Predict mine water and seepage chemistry; Assess acid and metalliferous drainage (AMD); Interpret static and kinetic geochemical testwork; Calibrate and validate models using lab and field data; Prepare technical reports and presentations; Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Australia and internationally.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC