Position
We are seeking an Exploration Geologist to join our Underground Exploration team at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. This role is accountable to the Senior Exploration Geologist and is based at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine on an 8/6 FIFO roster. Direct flights to the sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie are provided.
About the role
* Maintaining a high standard of safety by complying with all relevant safety instructions and procedures
* Building and maintaining constructive relationships with AGAA staff and contractors
* Daily management of underground drill rigs, including data validation and data entry
* Mentoring of the Graduate and Exploration Geologists
* High quality geological logging of diamond drill core
* Design, coordination and management of drill programs
* Management of short-term drill schedule
* Interpretation and reporting of geological and geochemical results
* Geological and ore domain modelling
* Monitoring performance to plan of targets
* Weekly and monthly reporting
* Process and procedure improvements and updates
* Support the Exploration Team in the discovery of resources to meet annual depletion of resource/reserves
About you
* A relevant tertiary or postgraduate degree in Geology
* Prior experience working in an exploration role or as a mine geologist favourable
* Experience using 3D software, with Vulcan, Leapfrog or similar software highly regarded
* Experience geological logging of diamond drill core or RC chips
* Experience validating data and working with databases, such as Datashed
* Knowledge of QAQC practices
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Leadership and mentorship skills
* Permanent work rights in Australia
* Current C class Manual Driver's License
* The ability to obtain a new National Police Clearance
Culture and benefits
* Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid)
* Flexible working policy
* Attractive Annual Bonus
* Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180, and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer
* 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid Parental Leave
* Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance
* Active committees driving a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
* Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave
* Salary sacrifice and Novated Lease options
Company background
AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world's largest gold producers with operations and projects spanning across four continents. In Australia we own and manage the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, and the Tropicana Gold Mine (70% AGA owned 30% Regis Resources). These are two of Western Australia's premier gold operations, with ongoing investment and exploration taking place across both open pit and underground operations at each site.
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