Mine Geologist - Underground | 8:6 FIFO from Perth
Core
Collect primary geological data and perform underground/surface activities (face mapping, core logging, sampling, QA/QC) to support safe, efficient mineral reserve extraction and production planning.
Role type
Operations-focused underground mine geologist
Builds
Production targets and geological models supporting up to six months of planned production
Domain
Mining (underground gold/ore extraction)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (mining operations)
Required skills
3D geology software (Surpac, Vulcan, Leapfrog), ore extraction supervision, dilution minimization, recovery maximization, daily production reporting, QA/QC monitoring, ore tracking from mine to ROM
Preferred skills
Underground mine experience (ideally gold), Bachelor of Science in Geology
Technologies
Surpac, Vulcan, Leapfrog
Responsibilities
Supervise ore extraction to minimize dilution and maximize recovery; Perform mapping, sampling, and core logging to guide underground development; Provide direction for underground development headings; Track ore from mine to ROM; Monitor QA/QC of sampling and assaying processes; Maintain communication between geological, engineering, survey, and operational personnel