Project Geologist Resource Definition

Evolution Mining; Kalgoorlie; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gold producer is seeking a Project Geologist Resource Definition to manage drilling programs, construct 3D geological models, and mentor junior staff in Kalgoorlie. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Geology and at least 4 years of experience in gold, along with proficiency in geological modelling software like Leapfrog Geo. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for career development within the company.

Benefits

Attractive salary package + quarterly bonus

Complementary life insurance and income protection

Future opportunities to work interstate and overseas

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in gold.
• Knowledge of statutory acts and regulations.
• Ability to mentor and supervise geologists.

Responsibilities

• Convert economic gold deposits and manage drilling programs.
• Build and validate 3D geological models.
• Mentor and supervise geologists and field staff.

Skills

Geological modelling software expertise (Leapfrog Geo preferred)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Problem identification and solution conceptualization

Understanding of economic ore deposits and geochemistry

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Datamine

QGIS

Acquire

Job description

From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us.

About Mungari

At Mungari, now with a mine life through to 2038, our people have a longer future with opportunities to grow. With underground and open pit mining, and an expansion of the processing plant recently completed, the operational diversity and unique work opportunities at Mungari are great for building and uplifting careers.

Located in the Western Australia Goldfields, at Mungari you can choose what suits your priorities. Work an attractive fly-in/fly out (FIFO) roster or live local and enjoy our close-knit communities and local lifestyles.

About the role

As a Project Geologist Resource Definition, you will be responsible for converting economic gold deposits, managing drilling programmes in time and on budget, constructing/validating 3D geological models and using appropriate resource estimation techniques to build block models.

You will mentor and supervise geologists and field staff to ensure that data is complete and accurate. Reporting to the Senior Geologist Resource Definition, you will develop strategies to manage multiple projects and effectively communicate results.

Key responsibilities will also include but not be limited to:

• Ensure legal and statutory requirements are adhered to (DEC, DMP, DIA etc).
• Evaluation of resource definition targets to assess likelihood of economic viability and input into site database (Complete Target).
• Build/validate 3D geological models in Leapfrog Geo
• Ensure data is validated and the database is complete.
• Planning and interpretation of geophysical and geochemical data.
• Make recommendations for future work, be collaborative and facilitate group project reviews and planning.
• Delivery of completion reports, resource statements and compilation of data for annual technical reporting to JORC standards.
• Assisting with periodical reporting and company presentations.
• QAQC reporting and compliance for projects and participate in laboratory audits.
• Lease management tasks including MLA applications, relinquishments, and EOT reports. Update company software packages with up-to-date tenement information.
• Encourage, participate and assist to implement continuous improvement in all work related activities.
• Assume senior geologist’s responsibilities in their absence.
• Update, develop and manage procedures as required utilising CDMS and document control system

About you

The Project Geologist Resource Definition role presents the opportunity for a tertiary qualified and motivated Geologist to join an operation that fosters and encourages development. It is important that you have/ can demonstrate:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geology
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in gold with a good understanding of economic ore deposits, geochemistry, and structural geology.
• Highly computer literate with expertise in geological modelling software (Leapfrog Geo preferred).
• Mining software competency (Datamine, QGIS, Acquire, Leapfrog).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly developed problem identification and solution conceptualisation
• Knowledge of statutory acts and regulations, and legal requirements
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with the Evolution Mining values

You will be either a resident of the Kalgoorlie/Boulder area, or FIFO from Perth working an 8:6 (12-hour day) roster, Thursday to Thursday.

What we offer

At Evolution we offer a range of employee benefits, including:

• Attractive salary package + quarterly bonus + local living benefits.
• Salary packaging options including novated car leasing, remote living costs etc.
• Complementary life insurance and income protection.
• Future opportunities to work interstate and overseas.
• Referral bonuses available.

At Evolution, as our name suggests, change and transformation is in our DNA. We want the Evolution experience to be your career highlight. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Join our bold team to start your next exciting chapter.

To find out more about us and Mungari, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.