We are seeking to recruit a Mine Geologist to join the Mine Technical Services – Geology Department at Hidden Valley Mine. Reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, the successful applicant will be responsible for delivering high-quality mine geology services to maximize resource recovery and minimize ore loss and dilution.

Key roles and responsibilities include:

• Supervise grade control drilling programmes to accurately delineate ore ahead of mining
• Supervise drilling contractors and ensure compliance with site safety standards, JSEAs and safe work procedures
• Perform regular pit mapping and ensure timely incorporation of geological data into models
• Supervise mine technicians to ensure accurate sampling, ore block mark-up and ore mining practices
• Supervise ore mining activities to maximise recovery and minimise ore loss and dilution
• Design, implement and supervise blast movement monitoring (BVI / OrePro)
• Manage daily ROM stockpile blending to achieve planned mill feed grade targets
• Liaise with Survey, Mining and Metallurgy teams to ensure correct ore placement and feed strategy
• Compile and report daily and weekly ore mining production figures
• Ensure grade control QAQC standards are met (sample weights, duplicates, field quality checks)
• Participate in reconciliation processes (Reserve vs GC vs mined vs mill feed) and proactively flag risks
• Conduct regular safety inspections of work areas and drill rigs
• Actively participate in SBO, hazard identification, JSEA reviews and safety reporting. Adhere to site and department safe work procedures, including Environment Analysis (JSEA’s)
• Provide training and mentoring to technicians and graduate geologists
• Promote a strong safety, accountability and performance culture within the geology team

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required:

• Bachelor Degree in Geology from a recognised higher institution
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in open pit mining
• Strong understanding of grade control processes, ore loss & dilution controls and reconciliation principles
• Proficiency with 3D mining software (Micromine preferred)
• Experience with blast movement monitoring (BVI / OrePro) desirable
• Strong data management and QAQC discipline
• High level of computer literacy (Excel, reporting, databases)
• Ability to communicate effectively with Mining, Survey and Metallurgy teams
• Strong field leadership and safety mindset

If you are interested in this exciting and challenging opportunity and confident, you have the skills, experience and attitude to succeed in this role, please apply though this link https://iaatnf.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/jobs

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#26043" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.