Mine Geologist
Core
Provide operational geological support to maximize safe, efficient, and profitable extraction of coal resources in an open-cut mine.
Role type
Operational Mine Geologist
Builds
Short-term geological interpretation and reconciliation processes
Domain
Mining (Open-cut coal)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Geological mapping, coal seam interpretation, hazard identification, data validation, coal quality monitoring, reconciliation, mine planning support
Preferred skills
3D geological modelling, geological database management
Technologies
Minescape, acQuire, PointStudio, Deswik
Responsibilities
Conduct daily pit inspections and geological mapping; Interpret coal seam, roof, and floor conditions; Identify and assess geological hazards; Support coal quality management through data monitoring; Validate geological, drilling, and sampling data; Monitor and optimize coal recovery; Undertake geological and coal quality reconciliation; Provide geological input to production decision-making
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC