Geology Manager

King of the Hills (KOTH) operation comprises open pit and underground mines at King of the Hills, and an underground satellite mine at Darlot, both located in the Leonora district of Western Australia. The King of the Hills Gold Mine consists of a 4.75Moz Mineral Resource and 2.46Moz Ore Reserve, making it one of the Top 10 largest mines in Australia by Ore Reserve. The open pit has a forecast 16-year life of mine, and the underground mine has an initial five-year life of mine - which is expected to continue with further exploration. Darlot is a well-established operation that continues to deliver high-grade feed to supplement the 5.5Mt per annum KOTH mill.

With significant project improvement opportunities to create mining efficiencies and extend mine life, there is significant scope to make your mark on this long-life operation.

THE ROLE

The Geology Manager is responsible for overall Geology department leadership, output and strategic direction for the King of the Hills (KOTH) operation. A key leadership position, this role will inspire and guide a team of outstanding Mine and Resource Geology professionals to achieve and exceed mine production targets, safety objectives and develop cohesive and collaborative relationships. Reporting to the General Manager, KOTH Operations, the position will also require significant collaboration with the Group Development Geologist based in the Corporate office.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Ensure mine geology functions are carried out safely, productively, and in compliance with the provisions of the applicable Acts, Regulations and site requirements
• Monitoring and reporting on the production performance of mining operations at KOTH and Darlot
• Ensuring Geology team resourcing is maintained to be able to meet deliverables, and that individuals are developed and trained to meet their potential
• Ensuring best practice grade control methods are used to deliver optimal grade and tonnage
• Directing the near mine Resource definition drilling programs
• Making recommendations in relation to Resource definition results and their impact on mine planning
• Overview of site Annual Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves Statement ensuring appropriate best practice estimation and reporting methods are used
• Lead, mentor and develop your team of Geologists, by imparting expert advice and knowledge
• Monitoring and reporting on budgets and costs associated with the geology department
• Maintaining relationships between internal departments and with external stakeholders
• Liaise with the Exploration team to further near mine, Project and District exploration targets
• Act as Alternate Site Senior Executive when required

ABOUT YOU

You are an influential and considered leader with a proven track record of delivering results and continuous improvement and driving resource growth. With extensive technical knowledge in open pit and underground Gold mining, you will bring your balanced and analytical approach to this business-critical role.

This will be supported by the following:

• Tertiary Degree in Geological Science or related discipline
• 7+ years mine geology experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a cohesive Geology team
• Significant Open Pit & Underground gold mine geology experience
• A sound understanding of underground mine geology functions applicable to gold deposits and bulk mining techniques
• Clear knowledge and expertise in sampling, QA-QC, mine reconciliation and geo-statistical techniques
• Track record of near-mine Mineral Resource replacement and growth, including appropriate modelling, estimation and reporting skills
• Experience and expertise using Vulcan and Leapfrog software
• Demonstrated ability to co-ordinate and manage contractor performance

This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark on this operation, with leadership of a skilled and talented team. The role is offered on an 8:6 or equivalent flexible roster on a FIFO basis from Perth with a salary in line with a key leadership role within Red 5’s operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Red 5’s expansion, as we take the next step to becoming a leading ASX 200 Gold producer.

How to register your interest:

Please apply via the link with your resume and cover letter, demonstrating your experience and its relation to the criteria above.

To learn more about Red 5 Limited please visit our website: www.red5limited.com

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