Underground Geologist

Chifen Gold SEPON; Lamasi; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining operation in Sulawesi Selatan is seeking an experienced Underground Geologist to manage the execution of daily underground grade control activities. The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in geology, at least 2 years of mining experience, and proficiency in geological software. This role offers an attractive salary package, performance-based incentives, and the opportunity to contribute to a world-class mining operation.

Benefits

Performance-based incentives

Attractive salary package

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in mining, with exposure to underground mining highly regarded.
• Multiple mine site experience across a variety of commodities and operational environments is highly regarded.
• Light Vehicle License (Class B) is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Collect, store, and validate underground geological data.
• Assist in supervising drilling contractors.

Skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Proficiency in geological software

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Knowledge of mining operations

Education

Tertiary qualification in geology or geoscience

Tools

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Job description

Chifeng Gold’s Lane Xang Minerals Limited Company (LXML) operates the Sepon Gold and Copper Operation, located in Vilabouly District, Savannakhet Province, Lao PDR. We are committed to the development of Laos through our production of cooper and gold, whilst striving for business excellence throughout the business. In 2025, our planned production is 5,703 kg of Gold and 10,010 tonnes of copper.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join us during the growth phase of our business and champion diversity through all stages of our recruitment.

Reporting to the Senior Underground Geologist, the Underground Geologist is responsible for the management and execution of daily underground grade control activities through the collection and validation of geological data to supply reliable technical information to the mine planning teams.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and contribute to continuous improvements in geological processes.
• Collect, store, and validate underground geological data to ensure integrity and reliability, maintaining QA/QC processes through timely and high-quality core logging and sampling.
• Assist in supervising drilling contractors and conduct weekly drill rig inspections to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.
• Perform geological mapping of operating development areas and additional areas as directed by the Senior Underground Geologist, assisting in geological and mineralization domain interpretation for resource and grade control modelling.
• Manage, monitor, and reconcile underground material movements daily to ensure accurate reporting, assisting in monthly reconciliation and reporting.
• Communicate and collaborate with mining stakeholders to optimize ore recovery and maintain accurate grade control, working closely with the Surface Grade Control team on mill feed strategies to achieve production targets.
• Generate and deliver geological reports and documentation on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Assist in designing, scheduling, and implementing underground resource and grade control drilling programs in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient manner.
• Supervise and provide guidance to underground geology technicians to ensure efficient execution of tasks.
• Support the Senior Underground Geologist in long-term improvement projects.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in geology or geoscience.
• Light Vehicle License (Class B).
• At least 2 years’ experience in mining, with exposure to underground mining highly regarded.
• Multiple mine site experience across a variety of commodities and operational environments highly regarded.
• Proficiency in geological software packages, including but not limited to Vulcan, Leapfrog.
• Knowledge of mining operations and production processes.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Fundamentals of Safety and Risk.

An attractive salary package, including performance-based incentives and other benefits is on offer for this role. This is a great opportunity to join an existing world class mining operation and contribute towards the ongoing development of the biggest and best mining company in the Lao PDR.

To join the next generations' global mining company, please submit your application online in either Word (.doc) or Adobe (.pdf) format online to [e-mail]. All applications will close 10 December 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview and your submitted documents will not be returned.