About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled geologist to join our technical services team.
This is an exciting opportunity for both FIFO and residential arrangements.
The role will focus on site geology to ensure accurate knowledge is provided to stakeholders to deliver safe and efficient coal production.
* Provide geological support to operational teams
* Complete pit inspections/observations to maximise coal recovery
* Update 3D models of coal seams and other geological features with pit observations, exploration drilling data, touch coal data, Measure While Drill or downhole geophysical logging data
* Undertake highwall mapping to gather geotechnical and geological features
* Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure appropriate definition of geological features
* Provide geological input into mine plan designs to support Geotechnical, Mine Scheduling and Operational teams in the safe and efficient extraction of coal
* Contribute to and identify continuous improvement opportunities and participate in high value projects
* Undertake geological data collection, interpretation, validation and reconciliations
About You
As the successful applicant, you will have:
* Tertiary education in Geoscience
* Experience in undertaking pit inspections linking observations to coal recovery and geological model improvements/validation
* Comprehensive knowledge of coal mining, structural geology and grade control processes is preferred
* Experience with Vulcan is essential
* You will be diligent, self-motivated and an excellent team player with positive relationship building skills, coupled with a high level of attention to detail
* You will be required to liaise, negotiate and influence a range of internal and external stakeholders, so effective collaboration, stakeholder engagement and communication skills are critical
* You will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and value the importance of building team culture through regular collaboration with team members and key stakeholders
Our Process
We are committed to employing individuals who align with our charter values and meet the requirements of the role.
We undertake various checks to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role, including police/criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
The successful applicant will need to conduct a Queensland legislated coal mine workers' health assessment.
We offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life, including flexible working options, generous paid parental leave policy, extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.
We are an equal opportunity employer and recognise that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity.
We strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day.