Geologist Projects

Role Details:

Reporting to the Senior Geologist: Mining at Granny Smith, you will be responsible for providing quality mine geology services and working collaboratively with the broader Mining Team to maximize the return from the operation.

As an employee at Gold Fields, we expect all levels of employees to act in a manner that seeks to align and enhance the values, safety culture and performance of Gold Fields with the purpose of creating enduring value beyond mining.

This role is offered on an 8 days on, 6 days off roster and is Fly in Fly out from Perth.
 

Benefits include:

• 6% Site Allowance & Quarterly Bonus Scheme
• Private Health Insurance Allowance
• Virgin Velocity reward points
• Continual training and the ability to expand your career
• Salary Sacrifice options

About the role:

• Provide ongoing mentoring and coaching to Mine Geologists and Geological team;
• Assist with implementing mining methodologies that minimises dilution and maximises recovery of economic resources;
• Collate and deliver accurate Production and geological models, data, forecasts, and associated reports;
• Provide guidance with progress/status against outlook, forecast and budget;
• Contribute to the definition, implementation and monitoring of short, medium, and long-term mine exploration programs to extend the Life of Mine (LOM) and increase Reserves and Resources;
• Planning, design and management of grade control and near mine exploration drill programs;
• Document and define the controls on mineralisation through mapping, reports, and presentations to build a bank of quality historical data and knowledge for current and future reference;
• Take ownership and responsibility for the geological, structural and block models for the operation;
• Contribute to site geological interpretation, grade control models, Resource models and reports to ensure accuracy of interpretation and the ability to deliver on expected outcomes/strategic objectives.

About you:

• Bachelor of Science majoring in Geology
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across technical services and mining teams
• Proven experience in a production mining environment with Resource estimation experience
• Previous practical experience in Underground Mining is essential
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and mining software such as Datamine, Leapfrog and/or Deswick
• Possess a Valid Driver’s Licence

Applications can be submitted via: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia

We are committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce, and strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.