Senior Exploration Project Geologist

Talison Lithium; Greenbushes; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Income protection

Life insurance

Parental leave

Housing salary sacrifice

Incentive scheme

Job summary

Talison Lithium is seeking a Senior Exploration Project Geologist to join the Greenbushes Mining team. You will lead exploration programs, supervise drilling, and manage geological data to support resource growth and strategic mine planning.

The role requires strong leadership, mentoring abilities and hands-on experience with geological interpretation, QA/QC and drilling campaigns. Experience with Leapfrog and GIS is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Geology.
• Current C class manual driver’s license.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in exploration or mining geology.
• Proven experience delivering exploration and drilling programs and generating high-quality geological data.
• Strong understanding of geological interpretation, resource drilling and QAQC practices.
• Knowledge of the JORC Code (2012).
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor, influence and build strong working relationships.
• Experience with Leapfrog and GIS software will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor responsibilities for drilling and test rigs on the minesite.
• Lead and oversee exploration programs and resource development drilling programs across the Greenbushes tenements.
• Ensure the collection, validation and management of high-quality geological and drilling data.
• Conduct geological logging, sampling, mapping and interpretation to support resource growth opportunities.
• Mentor and supervise Exploration Geologists, Field Assistants and contractors.
• Drive safe, environmentally responsible and compliant exploration activities.

Skills

Geology

Leadership

Data QA/QC

Communication

Education

Geology degree

Tools

Leapfrog

GIS software

Job description

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Full Time Position

Lithium plays a critical role in the transition to clean energy, and Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the largest high-grade ore body in the world - join us and be a part of the transition.

Talison Lithium aims to maximise local employment where possible by recruiting people who live in and around our local communities of Greenbushes, Bridgetown, Donnybrook, Nannup, Boyup Brook and Manjimup.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Exploration Project Geologist to join our Mining team at Greenbushes, home to one of the world's largest hard rock lithium operations. Reporting to the Geology Superintendent, you will fill the role of S26 Statutory Supervisor for all drilling and test rigs operating on Site. In addition you will lead and coordinate exploration and resource development programs that support resource growth and strategic mine planning. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong geologist to take ownership of exploration activities, mentor developing team members and contribute to the ongoing success of a globally significant mining operation.

Responsibilities Include

• Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor responsibilities for drilling and test rigs on the minesite;
• lead and oversee exploration programs and resource development drilling programs across the Greenbushes tenements;
• ensure the collection, validation and management of high-quality geological and drilling data;
• conduct geological logging, sampling, mapping and interpretation to support resource growth opportunities;
• mentor and supervise Exploration Geologists, Field Assistants and contractors; and
• drive safe, environmentally responsible and compliant exploration activities.

About The Candidate

• Tertiary qualification in Geology;
• Current C class manual driver’s license
• minimum 5 years' experience in exploration or mining geology;
• proven experience delivering exploration and drilling programs and generating high-quality geological data;
• strong understanding of geological interpretation, resource drilling and QAQC practices;
• knowledge of the JORC Code (2012);
• demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor, influence and build strong working relationships; and
• experience with Leapfrog and GIS software will be highly regarded.

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• income protection insurance;
• life Insurance for company superannuation employees;
• competitive parental leave policy;
• salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation; and
• participation in site performance-based incentive scheme.

About Talison Lithium

Talison Lithium supports many of the community projects, groups and sporting events our employees are involved in. Our future is within, and as part of, the community.

The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting, near the town of Greenbushes atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being active in the broader community is integral to our core business values of safety, transparency and inclusiveness. We regularly carry out site tours for local school and community groups and promote education through Mine Open Days and community events.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Talison Lithium strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison Lithium takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison Lithium recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all genders, cultures and identities.

It is preferred that you live or are willing to relocate to within 60 minutes of the Greenbushes Lithium Operation