Senior Project Geologist

Fortescue; Goa; On-site; INR 8,507,000 - 12,287,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue is seeking a Senior Project Geologist for the Gabon Belinga project to oversee site-based sampling, drilling operations and data interpretation. You will train local geologists and coordinate exploration across multiple sites, delivering robust geological models and targets.

You will lead exploration programs, ensure QA/QC, and work within our policies while mentoring project geologists and aligning with the company’s ambitious decarbonisation goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology required, Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience supervising drilling and data collection programs.
• Strong report writing, presentation and computer skills.
• Ability to map, model and interpret geological data across terrains.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing supervision, mentoring and coaching to Project Geologists.
• Lead the design and implementation of exploration programs, including mapping, surface sampling, and RC and core drill programs.
• Manage and deploy assets across multiple exploration sites across within the Project.
• Lead the development of geological, geochemical, and geophysical data into 3D models for target generation.
• Lead in-depth geological studies, workflows, research and analysis.
• Ensure timely delivery of geological models, data, forecasts and reports with management guidance.

Skills

Geology knowledge

Project scheduling

Report writing

Leadership

Remote site work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in Geology

Master's in Geology (preferred)

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Field Maps

ioGAS

Leapfrog

Job description

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Gabon, Belinga project

Roster: 4 weeks on / 2 weeks off Fixed Term Contract

Reporting to the Geology Superintendent, t his role plays a critical part in the successful execution of the exploration work program. The primary responsibility is to oversee site-based sampling and drilling operations, ensuring all activities align with the company's policies and standards. A key component of the role includes training Gabonese Exploration and Graduate Geologists in iron ore geology, RC and core logging techniques, as well as data interpretation and target generation. The Senior Project Geologist is responsible for implementation of the projects exploration work program and coordinating resources across multiple exploration sites. They should have sufficient geological experience and skill to solve complex problems and ensure effective targeting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing supervision, mentoring and coaching to Project Geologists
• Lead the design and implementation of exploration programs, including mapping, surface sampling, and RC and core drill programs.
• Manage and deploy assets across multiple exploration sites across within the Project.
• Lead the development of robust geological, geochemical, and geophysical data into three-dimensional models using appropriate software leading to the generation of new targets by visualisation, interpretation and interrogation of these models.
• Lead in depth geological studies and workflows, research and analysis.
• Lead site teams to deliver accurate geological models, data, forecasts, and associated reports within agreed timeframes to provide management guidance with progress/status against forecast timeframes.
• Ensure all activities are undertaken in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures, in particular drilling in sampling data and QAQC procedures
• Ensure activities are undertaken in accordance with the company’s land management system and regulatory compliance

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong geological knowledge with ability to solve complex problems and ensure effective targeting.
• Ability to design and implement project schedules.
• Strong report writing, presentation and computer skills
• Strong ability with ESRI’s Arc GIS Pro, Field Maps, Database platforms, IMDEX’s ioGAS and Seequent’s Leapfrog.
• Experience across different geological terrains and commodities preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent leadership skills
• Proven experience in managing remote exploration works or mining activities.
• High personal integrity and discretion with strong adaptability.

Experience

• Relevant experience in exploration, mining, drilling or field operations (5-10 years).
• Experience supervising drilling and data collection programs (3-5 years at Project Geologist level). Ability to work safely and effectively in remote site conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology required, Master's Degree in Geology preferred.
• Supplementary training and course work preferred.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.