Superintendent - Underground Geology

Greatland Resources Limited; Telfer; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package and incentives

Milestone service awards

Education assistance

Novated leasing

Parental leave

Income protection

Job summary

Greatland Resources Limited seeks an experienced Underground Geology Superintendent to lead the on-site Underground Geology team at Telfer on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth. This senior role supports life-of-mine planning, ore recovery optimization, and technical excellence within a growing expansion program.

You will mentor geologists and contractors, drive data integrity, and collaborate with engineering to reduce geological risk while delivering robust mine plans and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology.
• 10+ years’ experience in mining geology.
• Experience in open pit and underground environments.
• Proficiency with geological modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop geologists, technicians and contractors.
• Set and uphold safety, technical performance, and behavioural standards.
• Oversee geological data collection, validation, QAQC and reporting.
• Contribute to mine planning and design with input from geology team.
• Collaborate with engineering to quantify geological risk and optimize ore recovery.

Skills

Geology leadership

Mining geology

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

Vulcan

Datamine

Leapfrog

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Superintendent to lead our on-site Underground Geology team on an 8/6 Roster, FIFO from Perth. This role is a critical leadership position that directly supports life-of-mine planning and long-term value generation.

The Underground Geology Superintendent is a lead geological role at Telfer, responsible for ensuring the effective operation of the Underground Geology team while supporting the Open Pit Geology Superintendent in a back-to-back function. This role provides essential support to mining operations during an exciting expansion program, including the >8Moz Havieron underground deposit, which is in early development.

The position requires strong mining operations experience to drive the well-established Mine Geology department. Contractor management, optimising ore extraction, grade control modeling, and reconciliation are critical skills for a successful candidate.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of geologists, technicians, and contractors.
• Set and uphold expectations around safety, technical performance, and behaviours.
• Build a high-performance team culture focused on innovation and collaboration.
• Drive visible safety leadership and accountability within your team and contractors.
• Oversee the collection, validation, and QAQC of all geological data.
• Ensure data is accurate, timely, and supports robust modelling and mine planning.
• Provide clear geological guidance to the mine operations teams
• Provide input to mine planning and design, supporting both short-term and long-term mine plans.
• Work closely with the engineering team to quantify geological risk and optimise metal recovery in mine design.
• Monitor expenditure, track progress, and deliver accurate forecasting.
• Ensure drilling outcomes align with broader operational strategies.
• Maintain and improve technical standards in logging, sampling, and data management.
• Identify and implement new technologies and workflows that enhance safety and geological understanding.
• Prepare site technical reports & presentations for senior management, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
• Oversee grade control processes, GC block modeling, and geological data collection to maximize ore recovery and grade estimation.

About You

We are searching for seasoned professional with a strong track record of leading geological teams in a mining environment. They are an influential safety leader, a technical specialist and an effective communicator who thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Other requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology
• 10+ years’ experience in mining geology, with significant value for candidates with experience in both open pit and underground environments.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong knowledge in geological reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Vulcan, Datamine, Leapfrog).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with relevant mining regulations, safety standards, and environmental compliance.

About Telfer Operations

Telfer is a long-life gold-copper mine in the Paterson Province of Western Australia’s East Pilbara region. The operation includes both open-pit and underground mining and Australia’s third-largest gold-copper processing facility. Since commencing production in 1975, Telfer has produced over 15 million ounces of gold. The site operates on a fly-in fly-out basis and offers a wide range of onsite recreational facilities to support workforce wellbeing.

Why Greatland?

Greatland possesses two long mine life assets at Telfer and Havieron that present remarkable opportunities for the right candidate to grow and make a difference in long-life underground mining projects. We offer:

• Attractive salary package plus performance-based incentives
• Milestone service awards recognising your commitment and achievements
• Education assistance to help you grow and develop your career
• Flexible salary packaging options, including novated leasing
• Parental leave designed to support you and your family
• Income protection insurance to safeguard your financial wellbeing

As part of Greatland’s pre-employment process, candidates must complete a full medical assessment, provide evidence of Australian work rights, and be able to apply for an Australian National Police Clearance.

At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.