Senior Geologist & Geology Team Lead - Mining Ops

XPS Materials Group; Lemington; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Market competitive salary

Safe and respectful workplace

Structured training and development

Education assistance

Generous incentive program

Health and wellness reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Salary sacrificing options

Private health insurance subsidies

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Glencore's Hunter Valley Operations is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead the Geology Team and provide site geological support to operations. The role emphasizes mentoring, stakeholder engagement and delivering actionable insights for short-term CHPP feed planning.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate complex geological information clearly, and drive continuous improvement in geology practices while based on site in the Hunter Valley.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications in Geology or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mining operations with geological/geotechnical support.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills to assess opportunities and risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Geology Team to deliver site geological support to operations personnel.
• Provide technical oversight and mentoring to the Mine Geologist.
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding short-term CHPP feed planning.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.

Skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Education

Geology degree or related field

Job description

Glencore's Hunter Valley Operations is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead the Geology Team and provide site geological support to operations. The role emphasizes mentoring, stakeholder engagement and delivering actionable insights for short-term CHPP feed planning.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate complex geological information clearly, and drive continuous improvement in geology practices while based on site in the Hunter Valley.