Mine Geologist - Open-Cut Coal, FIFO/Residential

Anglo American

Moura

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

8 days on, 6 days off roster

Residential, FIFO options

Subsidised accommodation

Company funded camp options

20 weeks parental leave

Biannual development planning withline

Industry leading remuneration and an

Job summary

Dawson Mine in Moura, QLD, Australia, is seeking an experienced Geologist to join our Technical Services team on a permanent basis. You will provide operational geological support to maximise safe, efficient coal extraction and contribute to short-term planning and reconciliation.

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent (Geology), you will work with Mining, CHPP and Technical Services teams, conduct daily pit mapping, validate data quality, monitor coal quality, and ensure product

Qualifications

Tertiary qualifications in Geology, Geological Sciences, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
Experience in a mine geology role, preferably within an open-cut coal mining environment.
Experience with geological modelling, data management, reconciliation, and operational mine geology practices.
Ability to analyse, validate, and interpret geological data to support operational decision-making and mine planning outcomes.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and operational teams.
Well-developed analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily pit inspections and geological mapping.
Interpret coal seam, roof and floor conditions and communicate impacts to operations.
Identify, assess and communicate geological hazards affecting mining activities.
Support coal quality management through monitoring and interpretation of geological and quality data.
Validate geological, drilling and sampling data.
Monitor and optimise coal recovery while minimising loss and dilution.
Undertake geological and coal quality reconciliation activities and provide recommendations for improvement.
Provide geological input to short-term mining activities and production decision-making.
Work closely with operational and technical stakeholders to support safe, efficient and productive mining outcomes.