Geologist - Underground Resource Planning (12m FIFO)

North West Queensland; Cannington Mine; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

South32 is seeking a Geologist for a 12-month fixed-term contract to deliver geological interpretation and data to support underground production planning and resource development. FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires, 8:6 roster, 12 months.

You will complete resource block reviews, validate data and support production through mapping, grade tracking and reporting initiatives. Relevant qualifications and First Aid/CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in mining, preferably underground hard rock.
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Effective communication of technical information.
• High level of organisation and data accuracy.
• Proficiency with geological software tools.
• Tertiary qualifications in Geology or associated Engineering discipline.
• First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Current C class driving licence (manual).

Responsibilities

• Complete resource block reviews and drill planning.
• Validate geological data and maintain database integrity.
• Support production through mapping and grade tracking.
• Contribute to reporting, reconciliation and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Underground mining

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Data integrity

Geological software

Education

Geology degree

First Aid & CPR

Valid driver’s license (C class)

Job description

South32 is seeking a Geologist for a 12-month fixed-term contract to deliver geological interpretation and data to support underground production planning and resource development. FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires, 8:6 roster, 12 months.

You will complete resource block reviews, validate data and support production through mapping, grade tracking and reporting initiatives. Relevant qualifications and First Aid/CPR are required.