Underground Geologist — 7/7 Roster & Growth Opportunities

Peabody Energy, Inc.; Glenden; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7/7 roster

Relocation assistance

Modern accommodation village

Onsite gym

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing support

Novated leasing

Career development

Long mine life

Job summary

Peabody Energy, Centurion underground mine, is seeking an experienced Underground Geologist to deliver geological support for safe and efficient coal extraction. You will help with geological modelling, grade control, resource optimisation and mine planning as Centurion ramps up production from the 2026 milestone.

You will collaborate with Technical Services, Operations and Survey teams, ensuring high data quality and proactive hazard identification while adhering to safety standards and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Geology, Geoscience or a related discipline.
• Experience in underground coal mining is highly regarded.
• Experience in geological modelling, mapping and interpretation.
• Understanding of coal quality management and resource optimisation principles.
• Strong commitment to safety and the ability to foster a positive safety culture.
• Experience using geological software such as Vulcan, MinEx or similar systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement capability.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Sound understanding of risk management and hazard identification.
• A proactive, flexible and team-focused approach.
• Current Queensland Coal Board Medical or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide geological support to underground mining operations to optimise resource recovery and minimise geological risk.
• Conduct geological mapping, face inspections and structural interpretation underground.
• Monitor coal quality and provide timely recommendations to support production and processing requirements.
• Maintain and update geological models, plans and resource information.
• Interpret borehole, exploration and production data to support mine planning activities.
• Assist with geological forecasting and identification of potential mining hazards.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Services, Operations and Survey teams to ensure geological information is communicated effectively.
• Support compliance with statutory reporting and resource management requirements.
• Investigate and report on geological anomalies, structures and seam variations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity and resource recovery.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, statutory and site requirements.

Skills

Geology

Underground mining

Geological modelling

Mapping

Interpretation

Coal quality management

Resource optimisation

Safety culture

Vulcan

MinEx

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Teamwork

Risk management

Hazard identification

Education

Geology degree

Tools

Vulcan

MinEx

Job description

Peabody Energy, Centurion underground mine, is seeking an experienced Underground Geologist to deliver geological support for safe and efficient coal extraction. You will help with geological modelling, grade control, resource optimisation and mine planning as Centurion ramps up production from the 2026 milestone.

You will collaborate with Technical Services, Operations and Survey teams, ensuring high data quality and proactive hazard identification while adhering to safety standards and