Our client is a well established mining company operating well over 50 years with the production of over 5 million ounces of gold. Currently working 3 underground mines, 1 open cut and generating a steady cash flow via the production of about 80,000 ounces of gold per annum, they are now sourcing a CHIEF GEOLOGIST to join their team.
The Role
Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will-
· Impart to others a safe work attitude
· Be ultimately responsible for the integrity of mine geology systems, processes and reports
· Safeguard the delivery of geological services to all production centres
· Provide guidance and mentoring to mine geologists and other staff
· Ensure timely resource modelling, QAQC, reconciliation and reporting
· Liaise with staff from across the company and external consultants.
The Candidate
As the ideal candidate you will-
· Have a minimum of 15 years experience in a variety of surface and underground mining environments, geological settings and commodities including narrow vein, nuggety, precious metal settings
· Have demonstrated management success within the mining industry
· Be familiar with Datamine or Surpac, the Windows suite of software and the application of QAQC procedures
· Be a JORC Competent Person in structurally controlled mineralisation
· Have the right to work in Australia.
This position offers the flexibility of residential living in family or single company housing, within a town that boasts primary and secondary schooling, hospital, swimming pool, golf course and shops. Alternatively there is FIFO Perth on a 9/5 roster, or DIDO Kalgoorlie or Esperance on a variety of rosters. A degree of roster flexibility is accommodated.
If this is the opportunity you have been anticipating then forward a word formatted CV to damaris@miningemployment.com.au or phone Damaris on 9240 7399.
| Location: | WA |
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| Duration: | Permanent |
| Living arrangement: | Residential, FIFO or DIDO |
| Duty Roster: | Flexible - Residential, FIFO or DIDO |
| Qualifications: | Degree in Geology or higher |
| Experience: | Minimum 15 years experience |
| Salary Range: | Up to $200,000 |
| Report to: | Registered Manager |
| Contact: | Damaris |
| Current Status: | Closed |

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