CHIEF MINE GEOLOGIST (Expat)

AndersElite Professional Recruitment Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

AndersElite Professional Recruitment Pty Ltd is seeking a Chief Mine Geologist (Expat) for an open pit and heap-leach gold operation based in Australia. The role reports to the CEO in Australia with a Resident Manager onsite, leading a geoscience team and interfacing with engineering and operations.

Requirements include a geology degree with 10+ years in mining geology, membership with geoscience bodies, and strong modelling/plan­ning software skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology, Geoscience or related discipline; postgrad in economic/mining geology or geotechnical engineering desirable.
• Gold or Copper mining background preferred.
• Membership with geoscientific bodies (AIG, AusIMM or equivalents) encouraged.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in mining geology in operational environments.
• Experience leading and mentoring geoscientific teams.
• Proficiency in geological modelling software and Deswick; strong mine planning knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement geological strategies and technical frameworks for mining operations, exploration, and resource management.
• Provide expert interpretation to guide mining decisions, supporting resource estimation and reserve reporting.
• Lead geoscientific team, set technical standards and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee geological modelling, mine planning integration, and geotechnical analysis.
• Prepare detailed geological reports and recommendations for senior management.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to integrate geology into planning and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations and environmental standards.

Skills

Geology

Mining geology

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Degree in Geology/Geoscience

Postgraduate in economic/mining geology or geotechnical engineering

Tools

Deswick

Geological modelling software

Mine planning software

Job description

About the role
We are pleased to present an exceptional opportunity for a Chief Mine Geologist (Expat) producing gold mine using Open Pit and Heap Leaching.

A privately owned miner based in East Asia with Rapidly growing resources of 2.5m oz gold, 500,000 t copper, all from high grade VMS deposits.

Reporting to CEO in Australia, and to Australian expat Resident Manager

Site staff of 6-8 geologists, 15 pit technicians on 20/10 rosters, plus one Expat Engineer.

FIFO 5 week/3 week or Residential attractive taxes if based on site.

Key responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive geological strategies and technical frameworks that support mining operations, exploration programmes and resource management objectives

Provide expert geological interpretation and analysis to guide mining decisions, ensuring accurate resource estimation and reserve reporting

Lead and mentor the geoscientific team, establishing technical standards, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to industry best practices and regulatory compliance

Oversee geological modelling, mine planning integration and the application of advanced geotechnical analysis to optimise mining efficiency and safety

Prepare and present detailed geological reports, interpretations and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders

Collaborate with engineering, operational and exploration teams to integrate geological insights into business planning and operational decision-making

Ensure compliance with all relevant mining regulations, environmental standards and geoscientific best practice methodologies

What we're looking for

Degree in Geology, Geoscience or related discipline from a recognised university; postgraduate qualifications in economic geology, mining geology or geotechnical engineering are highly desirable

Gold or Copper mining background preferred

Geological understanding of VMS deposits and copper geometallurgy would be a bonus.

Professional membership with relevant geoscientific bodies (such as AIG, AusIMM or international equivalents) and commitment to continuing professional development

Minimum 10 years' experience in mining geology, with substantial time spent in operational mining environments and resource estimation

Proven experience in leadership and team management roles, demonstrating the ability to build, mentor and develop high-performing geoscientific teams

Expert knowledge of geological modelling software, mine planning systems and resource estimation methodologies. Needs to be proficient in Deswick

Strong understanding of mining operations, mineral deposit types, ore body characterisation and mine geology principles

Demonstrated expertise in preparing JORC Code compliant resource and reserve statements

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex geological concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Experience working in international mining environments and cross-cultural team settings

Strong problem-solving capabilities and strategic thinking aligned with business objectives

Valid passport and willingness to work as an expatriate, with flexibility for occasional international travel

We welcome applications from suitably qualified geoscientific professionals and are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process.