Mine Geologist

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT GEMCO

Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is an open-cut mine that is accountable for over 20% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business. 
• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• Education assistance up to $8000 per year
• Options for additional superannuation contributions  

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a permanent position on a 7:7 roster, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns.

As the Geologist Mine, you will provide mine geology and production control for maximising ore recovery and ROM stocks quality control for the GEMCO operations.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Implement and validate the grade control system and processes to minimise ore loss and dilution.
• Create and validate grade control plans and communicate with production in a timely manner.
• Work collaboratively with operational and technical teams across site to deliver across the GEMCO value chain.
• Participate in the continuous development and improvement of all geology systems, processes and their execution.

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Experience working in a similar role within Mining or Exploration.
• Full drivers’ licence.
• Geological modelling skills (Vulcan and Leapfrog preferred).
• Geostatistical/sampling methodology and QAQC skills desirable.
• Ability to successfully deliver outcomes that consistently meet or exceed targets.

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Tertiary Qualification / Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Geoscience, or relevant discipline

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Wednesday 4th December 2024.