Underground Mine Geologist: Grade Control & Modeling

Careermine; Kalgoorlie; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Tier Private Health Insurance

Flexible working policy

Annual Bonus

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti Australia is seeking an experienced Underground Mine Geologist for Tropicana on a site-based FIFO roster (8 days on, 6 off) from Perth. You will lead grade control drilling, data management, and block modelling, reporting to the Senior Underground Mine Geologist.

The role requires a BSc in Geology, underground experience, strong organisational skills, and proficiency with MS Suite and Vulcan, Pitram, MP3. WA C-class license and work rights are mandatory.

Qualifications

• BSc in Geology or higher-level qualifications.
• Preferably 2 years of Mine Geology and comfortable with underground environments.
• A high degree of organisational and administrative skills.
• Good numeracy, literacy and as well as excellent communication & people skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• A good understanding of software applications including MS Suite and mining specific software - Vulcan, Pitram, MP3.
• Current manual Western Australian 'C' class drivers licence.
• Able to obtain a National Police Clearance.
• Existing and ongoing Permanent work rights in Australia (Mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise RC and diamond grade control drilling programs.
• Maintain and develop the geological drilling and production databases and spread sheets.
• Map development exposures for structure, alteration, rock type and mineralisation.
• Reconcile stope production tonnes and grade back to the grade control model.
• Monitor lab performance and produce monthly QAQC reports.
• Create grade control block models using conditional simulation in MP3.
• Supervise the Production Assistant in all aspects of their role.
• Contribute to the development of the Mining department Short Term Plan and execute the requirements of the departmental budget.
• Identify, assess and manage risks in order to improve reliability, quality and confidence of operational performance for the Grade Control Definition process.

Skills

Numeracy

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Organisational skills

Education

BSc in Geology

Tools

Vulcan

Pitram

MP3

Job description

AngloGold Ashanti Australia is seeking an experienced Underground Mine Geologist for Tropicana on a site-based FIFO roster (8 days on, 6 off) from Perth. You will lead grade control drilling, data management, and block modelling, reporting to the Senior Underground Mine Geologist.

The role requires a BSc in Geology, underground experience, strong organisational skills, and proficiency with MS Suite and Vulcan, Pitram, MP3. WA C-class license and work rights are mandatory.