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Geologist, senior

Moranbah
Thiess Pty
Geologist
Posted: 29 December
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Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.

Thiess is the place to make things happen.


About the role

We are seeking an experiencedSenior Geologistto join the Thiess Technical team at Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex.

Pembroke Resources’ Olive Downs Complex,located40 kilometres southeast of Moranbah,commencedmining operations in mid2023. Thiess was awarded afive yearcontract to deliverfull-servicemining operations, including mine planning, overburden removal, drill and blast, autonomous load and haul, watermanagementand rehabilitation, as well as construction of the supportingmineinfrastructure.

The Senior Geologist role is primarily centred on geological modelling, withinitialsite-based work on a 5/2/4/3 rosterrequiredto gain a thorough understanding of the operation, followed by a transition to a hybrid city/site working arrangement.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you willbe requiredto:

* Generateandmaintainthe structural and Run-Of-Mine models
* Perform block-by-block and periodic coal recovery and dilution reconciliations
* Assistwith procedural and documentation of mining practices
* Update andmaintainthe project Coal Quality Management Plan (CQMP)
* Promote andmonitorcompliance with the CQMP and communicate compliance to project leadership asrequired
* Update andmaintainthe site geotechnical database and model
* Oversee the management of geotechnical hazards on site


About You

You are a high-achieving and focused Senior Geologist with extensive experience in a similar role. You are committed to driving a high-performing and inclusive team.

* Tertiary qualifications in Geology
* Minimum 5 years operational experience working at a large-scale open cut coal operation
* Coal mine geology & production experience
* Mandatory experience in geological modelling through Vulcan:
* Gamma interpretation * Database management * Fault interpretation/ modelling
* Understanding of mining principles, designconceptsand operations
* Proficient in Vulcan or relevant mine planning and design software would beadvantageous
* Proficient in MS Office suite
* Geotechnical engineering experience is alsoadvantageous
* Strong planning and problem-solving skills
* A high levelof strategic thinking
* Self-driven individual with strong leadership and talent development skills


What Thiess Can Offer You

* Permanent full-time position
* Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine
* Full camp accommodation and meals provided (Live Local, DIDO & FIFO)
* Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
* Salary sacrifice options – flights and novated leasing
* Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products


About us

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia, and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining.

The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers – is our legacy and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition and developing services to enable sustainable mining.

We’recreating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess’ success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

We’llsupport you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take onchallengesand grow, through mentorship,collaborationand empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always.We’refocused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe,includedand empowered.

Should yourequireassistanceapplying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com


How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National PoliceCheckand a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.

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