Take ownership of the site’s Mining Geology function by leading the development and execution of the geology operating strategy. This includes resource infill planning, grade control programs, forecasting, reconciliation, and effective stockpile management.
You will establish, maintain, and drive compliance with geology operating procedures while providing strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the site-based Geology team. As a key member of the site leadership group, you will contribute to operational decision‑making and provide expert geological advice to the management team.
This role also oversees the development and management of operating and capital budgets for the Geology department. A commitment to maintaining exceptional standards in safety, health, hygiene, and environmental performance supported by proactive leadership is essential.
This is a site-based role. The work schedule consists of 8 days on followed by 6 days off.
Responsibilities
Geology Strategy & Planning:
* Define and implement the Mining Geology operating strategy aligned with life-of-mine and short-term plans.
* Develop and oversee resource infill drilling programs to improve resource confidence and orebody knowledge.
* Ensure effective integration of geology inputs into mine planning and scheduling processes.
Grade Control & Ore Management:
* Lead the design and execution of grade control programs to optimise ore recovery and minimise dilution.
* Oversee ore delineation, dig line definition, and real-time geological support to mining operations.
* Manage stockpile control systems, ensuring accurate tracking, classification, and utilisation of ore and waste.
Reconciliation & Reporting:
* Establish and maintain robust reconciliation processes (model vs. grade control vs. production).
* Analyse variances and drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve accuracy and performance.
* Provide timely and accurate geological reporting, forecasts, and advice to the management team.
Governance, Systems & Compliance:
* Develop, implement, and maintain geology procedures, standards, and systems.
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, company standards, and reporting obligations (e.g. JORC where applicable).
* Maintain data integrity across geological systems, databases, and models.
Leadership & Capability Development:
* Lead, coach, and mentor the site geology team to build capability and high performance.
* Set clear expectations and manage performance in line with business objectives.
* Support workforce planning, recruitment, and succession planning for the geology function.
Safety, Health & Environment:
* Demonstrate visible safety leadership and ensure all geology activities are conducted in accordance with site safety systems.
* Promote a proactive safety culture, including hazard identification and risk management.
* Ensure environmental compliance in all geology-related activities (e.g. drilling, sampling, disturbance).
Budget & Cost Management:
* Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for the geology function.
* Monitor costs and drive efficiencies while maintaining quality and performance standards.
Stakeholder & Operational Interface:
* Work closely with Mining, Processing, and Technical Services teams to support operational outcomes.
* Provide expert geological advice to site leadership to inform decision-making.
* Interface effectively with contractors (e.g. drilling, mining alliance) while maintaining clear accountability boundaries.
Qualifications
* Tertiary qualification in Geology, Applied Geology or Earth Sciences (or equivalent).
* Eligibility for membership with a recognised professional body (e.g. AusIMM).
* Current C Class Driver’s Licence.
Experience:
* Significant experience (typically 8–15 years) in open pit mining geology, preferably within base metals or similar operations.
* Demonstrated experience in grade control, resource definition drilling, and reconciliation processes.
* Experience managing geological teams in an operational environment, including contractors.
* Proven capability in budget management and cost control.
* Experience working within owner’s team / contractor (EPC or Alliance) models (highly desirable given your setup).
Technical Skills:
* Strong understanding of resource modelling, orebody interpretation, and grade estimation.
* Experience with geological and mine planning software (e.g. Surpac, Micromine, Leapfrog or similar).
* Knowledge of reconciliation methodologies and reporting standards (e.g. JORC where applicable).
* Strong data management and analytical capability.
Leadership & Behavioural Capability:
* Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, and building high-performing teams.
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across Mining, Processing, and Technical Services.
* Ability to operate effectively in a complex, multi-contractor environment while maintaining clear accountabilities.
* Strong decision-making and problem-solving capability under operational pressure.
Safety & Compliance:
* Sound knowledge of Queensland mining legislation, particularly the Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act 1999 (Qld).
* Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and risk management.
* Understanding of statutory roles and responsibilities on a mine site (desirable).
Desirable:
* Chartered Professional (CP) status with AusIMM.
* Experience in project phase (construction → operations transition).
* Exposure to continuous improvement and operational readiness programs.
If you believe you have the skills, knowledge, and experience to fulfil this role, please submit your application online. Please include a Cover Letter which outlines how your skills and experience align with this role.
To learn more about Harmony and Eva Copper Mine, please visit: https://www.harmony.co.za/operations/australia/eva-copper-project/
To view current employment opportunities at Eva Copper Mine, please visit: https://evacopper.jobsnorthwestqueensland.com.au/
Please Note
* All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this role.
* We thank all applicants for your interest and the time taken to submit your application. While we consider all suitable applicants, only those short-listed for screening will be contacted.
* The successful candidate will be required to undertake an office-based pre-employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.
About the Team
Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and is a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities. In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project. In Australia, Harmony owns the high-grade CSA copper mine in Cobar, NSW and is constructing the Eva Copper Mine in Cloncurry, QLD. These assets are supported by the Harmony Australasia regional corporate office located in Milton, Brisbane.
The Eva Copper Mine is a significant and strategically important project for Harmony marking a major milestone in the company’s copper growth strategy and its long-term commitment to Northwest Queensland. The mine will have a minimum life of 15 years and will involve mining multiple open cut pits providing copper bearing ore to a concentrator. Front-end engineering design is complete, and mine construction is expected to take up to 30 months with first production targeted for the second half of the 2028 calendar year.