Field Technician: Copper Mine Geology & Sampling

Harmony; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony's Eva Copper Mine project in Cloncurry, Australia, is seeking a Field Technician to support the Mine Technical Services Team by leading grade control sampling and assisting the technical team of geotechnical engineers, surveyors and mining engineers with field duties.

This permanent, site-based role will involve hands-on work in mine areas, the geological shed and office tasks, with an 8 days on, 6 days off roster.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safe work practices.
• Comfortable with hands-on field work.
• Confident using a computer to record data.
• Reliable and accountable, with high standards of conduct.
• Good attention to detail to ensure accurate data collection.
• Team player who communicates clearly and listens well.
• Adaptable, open to change and keen to learn.
• Right to live and work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and comply with site safety, environmental and operational requirements.
• Collect grade control samples and maintain sample quality and chain of custody.
• Prepare samples and conduct portable XRF (pXRF) analysis.
• Record, manage and validate field data using computers and mobile devices.
• Assist with grade control, geological mapping and drilling programs.
• Support survey activities, including field measurements and data collection.
• Support geotechnical inspections, mapping and monitoring programs.
• Install, maintain and inspect geotechnical monitoring equipment.
• Assist mining engineers, technical services personnel and contractors with field activities and inspections.
• Maintain field facilities, sample preparation areas and geological equipment.
• Operate and maintain field vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Report hazards, incidents, equipment defects and field observations in a timely manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of technical systems, processes and field practices.

Skills

Safety

Field work

Data entry

Attention to detail

Team player

Adaptable

Communication

Australia work rights

Job description

Harmony's Eva Copper Mine project in Cloncurry, Australia, is seeking a Field Technician to support the Mine Technical Services Team by leading grade control sampling and assisting the technical team of geotechnical engineers, surveyors and mining engineers with field duties.

This permanent, site-based role will involve hands-on work in mine areas, the geological shed and office tasks, with an 8 days on, 6 days off roster.