Senior Mine Geologist

Daisy Milano Gold mine has a rich history spanning more than 20 years of operation, with over 1 million ounces mined to date. With new mining area, Easter Hollows, well underway, Daisy continues to surpass expectations as the flagship mine of the Mount Monger Operations. With structurally complex quartz-hosted mineralisation, including numerous occurrences of visible Gold, Daisy presents an exceptional opportunity for a Geologist looking for the challenge of maximising ore recovery from a unique Gold deposit.

THE ROLE:

The Senior Mine Geologist is responsible for leading a team of Geology professionals, while providing planning and supervision of the grade control function, reconciliations, and modelling of the deposit. Reporting directly to the overall Mount Monger Operation Geology Manager, you will take ownership of the Geology output and team performance at the Daisy Milano mine. You are a passionate and results-driven professional, bringing your technical expertise and analytical approach to this dynamic and challenging role.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Plan, design and monitor grade control drilling programmes to accurately delineate the orebody ahead of mining
• Maintain up to date wireframe interpretations of grade control data
• Produce grade control block models including reconciliations, reporting and feedback
• Provide daily, weekly and monthly reports on grade control drilling, ore reconciliation, mine geology and grade drivers
• Communicate geological, geotechnical and grade information to relevant stakeholders
• Ensure ore is extracted to maximise recovery and minimise ore loss and dilution
• Working closely with Long Term Planning to optimise the ore body and maximise recovery
• Lead by example and instil a safety culture in Geology and other mine personnel
• Mentor, train and manage the performance of Mine and Graduate Geologists
• QA/QC monitoring
• Foster close working relationships with technical staff and contractor personnel

ABOUT YOU:

You are a high calibre Mine Geologist with excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for passing on your knowledge. Your demonstrated experience in underground mining and exceptional technical skills, coupled with a thirst for continuous improvement and drive to exceed expectations will see you excel in this role.

You can demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Geology.
• Demonstrated experience in an underground, narrow vein mining environment
• Previous mentoring or supervisory experience within a small team
• The ability to plan, design and monitor grade control activities and drilling programmes to accurately delineate the orebody
• A methodical approach to data management and validation processes.
• A practical understanding of resource modelling techniques as they relate to gold mineralisation
• Strong Datamine skills and experience with Datashed, Supervisor and Leapfrog would be highly advantageous
• The ability to work autonomously and within a small team sharing workload.
• Hold a current C Class driver's license and Senior First Aid Certificate.

Step up from a Project Geologist role or bring your experience as a Senior Mine Geologist to this technically challenging and diverse role, which is offered on a FIFO 8:6 roster from Perth or 5:2 residential Kalgoorlie. You will have the autonomy to make your mark on a mine, whilst having the stability of an established and financially secure company.

If this role sounds like the challenge you are looking for, please forward your resume and cover letter by following the "Apply" prompts. Please note that only applicants who are legally able to work in this country can be considered at this time.

Silver Lake’s preference is to deal with candidates directly and therefore agencies’ applications will not be considered at this stage.