New Geology jobs at Mining Employment Services - For Mining Jobs Australia http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/ en-au Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0800 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:30:00 +0800 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss GTP iCommerce iFeeder v1.0 info@miningemployment.com.au support@gtp.com.au Our client is currently seeking a French speaking Chief Geologist to join their African DRC project. Chief Geologist - Base Metals - Open Pit Description: Chief Geologist Reporting to the Mine Manager Key Responsibilities: Management of Ore Resources, Production Grade Control, Production Reconciliation and Near-Mine Exploration Direct and support all geological and geotechnical disciplines including external consultants Lead and develop a team of geoscientists Qualifications: BSc or higher degree in Geology +10 years working experience in a production environment +2 years in a Managerial Position  Proficient use of Surpac or similar modeling software Qualify as a "Competent Person" to the JORC Code and NI 43-101 Roster: 10 weeks on 3 weeks off FIFO Australia/NZ. Living Arrangements: Conditions very good, canteens and living quarters (single and houses) established on site - laundry, DSTV, Internet. If this role is of any interest and you hold the necessary skills/qualifications to be successful in the role, please contact Vicki McDonnell - vicki@miningemployment.com.au along with a copy of your CV. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/6344 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/6344 Our client is currently seeking a Junior Open Pit Geologist for a permanent role in Africa. Job Information: Degree qualified geologist with 1-3 yrs experience Salary Approximately US$60,000 9 wks on 3 wks off, return Economy flights to point of hire Willingness to learn some French would be beneficial Surpac experience preferred Capable of working in a multi-cultural environment Duties will include: Daily ore movement/stockpile reporting Lab sample tracking Grade Control block model development, validation, update Pit Mapping and geological interpretations Promotion of mine health, safety and environmental policies Supervision of RC grade control drilling programmes If this role is of any interest and you hold the necessary skills/qualifications to be successful, please contact me via email - Vicki@miningemployment.com.au Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/6345 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/6345 Our client is seeking a self motivated Open Pit Geologist for a permanent role in Africa. Job Information: 3-5 years experience in an open pit role Required to establish the department and help recruit and train the local geologists Grade control experience Surpac proficient Remote site experience preferred African experience preferred Role offered on a 8 weeks on 6 weeks off roster FIFO Australia If you hold the neccesary skills and qualifications to be successful in this role and would like to know more information on this role, please contact Vicki McDonnell on 9240 7399 or email Vicki@miningemployment.com.au Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/6343 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/6343 Our client is currently seeking an experienced senior exploration geologist ASAP on a long term contract basis. The successful applicant will have ideally proven him or herself in a senior exploration geologist role for over 3 years. Reporting to the principal geologist, and working closely with 3 existing senior exploration geologists, our client is looking for a dynamic geologist in the way of leadership, a great mentor and motivated individual. Extensive iron ore experience is desirable. This role is offered on a FIFO basis (ex Perth ONLY) on a 9/5 roster. $$$$ is negotiable and dependent on experience. If you are interested in this role and believe you hold the necessary qualifications/skills to be successful, please contact Vicki McDonnell on 9240 7399 or email vicki@miningemployment.com.au Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology+Jobs+6333 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology+Jobs+6333 Our client is currently seeking a Geology Database Administrator on a permanent basis for a residential role. This role reports to the Regional Geological Superintendent and you will play a critical role in maintaining the geological database ensuring its continual efficiency and availability for a team of geologists. Duties & Responsibilities: Management and support of drill database and spatial data systems within the region Development and maintenance of an integrated, comprehensive geo-information and drill database system Provide or facilitate formal and informal training of geoscientists and sustainability group on the application of GIS (Mapinfo/Discover), acQuire drill database software, and Datamine Service the region for drill database requirements and relevant hardware/software needs including travel to site offices as required Manage the Regional development group's GIS and drill data hardware/software requirements. Include licensing maintenance and license server monitoring Experience & Requirements: Demonstrated commitment to safety, community and environment Knowledge of Mapinfo/Discover, acQuire, Datamine and SQL Excellent communication skills - both oral & written Advanced geographical computer systems/software skills Knowledge of data management systems Analytical skills, excellent trouble shooting/fault finding skills Advanced file and directory management skills Understanding of commercial/business concepts and applications This position offers a competitive mining industry remuneration package in line with qualifications and experience. Beyond the standard employment benefits, additional employment benefits include premium health cover, gym subsidy, salary continuance insurance and salary packaging options. Relocation assistance is provided. If you feel you have the necessary qualifications and skills to be successful in this role please contact Vicki McDonnell on 9240 7399 or email Vicki@miningemployment.com.au Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology+Jobs+6330 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology+Jobs+6330 Our rapidly growing client is currently seeking Exploration geologists for initial 6 month contract roles. These positions are Perth based and will involve both office and field geological work. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: 1 to 5 years experience required for the junior role Approximately 10 years experience is required for the senior role Experience in Gold, base metals, uranium and iron ore Experience using Micromine (highly preferable), MapInfo, MS Office Primarily our client is looking for potential employees who are team oriented, keen to develop with the Company and in future, depending on person's ability, ready to head the Company's Exploration Team. The roles will be will be highly suitable for candidates who are looking for stability and a career with a growing exploration company. Candidates with Western Australian experience in gold, base metals, uranium, and iron ore are preferred, although all candidates with sound geological knowledge are also welcome to apply. If you want to apply for this role, please send your resume through to Vicki via email vicki@miningemployment.com.au or contact on 08 9240 7399. Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology%3A+6237+-+Junior+and+Senior+Exploration+Geo http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology%3A+6237+-+Junior+and+Senior+Exploration+Geo Our rapidly growing client is currently seeking Exploration geologists for initial 6 month contract roles. These positions are Perth based and will involve both office and field geological work. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: 1 to 5 years experience required for the junior role Approximately 10 years experience is required for the senior role Experience in Gold, base metals, uranium and iron ore Experience using Micromine (highly preferable), MapInfo, MS Office Primarily our client is looking for potential employees who are team oriented, keen to develop with the Company and in future, depending on person's ability, ready to head the Company's Exploration Team. The roles will be will be highly suitable for candidates who are looking for stability and a career with a growing exploration company. Candidates with Western Australian experience in gold, base metals, uranium, and iron ore are preferred, although all candidates with sound geological knowledge will are also welcome to apply. If you want to apply for this role, please send your resume through to Vicki via email vicki@miningemployment.com.au or contact on 08 9240 7399. Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology%3A+6192+-+Senior+Exploration+Geologist http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/Geology%3A+6192+-+Senior+Exploration+Geologist The position reports to the Superintendent Geotechnical and Geothermal and will work alongside other Senior Geothermal scientists and engineers in the world's most challenging geothermal environment. You will be responsible for leading the technical aspects of the work of the Geothermal production teams. The primary objective is to fully understand the geothermal reservoir and guide the optimal production strategy for the geothermal resource. You will provide technical leadership of operations focussed and project teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement in geothermal science and engineering systems and practices that will achieve optimum results. Key elements of the position include Exploration drilling and investigations to fully define the geothermal resource Numerical modelling of the resource to define reserves and optimal the optimal extraction strategy Geothermal depressurisation of future mining areas Guiding all aspects of reservoir engineering, well testing and geothermal science for well targeting and planning Guiding and mentoring of section personnel in all geothermal activities, including technical skills training and transfer to Papua New Guinea staff. Qualifications and experience Degree qualification in Reservoir Engineering or Geothermal Science a related discipline At least 15 to 20 years experience in geothermal operations or similar experience as a Senior Geothermal Consultant at a major mining consulting firm Demonstrated performance in leading project teams Have a proven track record in working with multi-disciplinary teams on multiple projects Is an effective communicator of complex issues, both through written reports and presentations in English Current Class 1 Drivers License This is a vital role in the Mining Department and requires a mature, reliable and committed person who is able to work safely and responsibly at all times. If you are interested in this role please contact Vicki on (08) 9240 7399 or by email - vicki@miningemployment.com.au Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/geology+Jobs+6290 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/geology+Jobs+6290 MUST HAVE ARCHEAN NARROW VEIN GOLD EXPERIENCE Candidates who do not have a minimum of 3 years underground experience need not apply Our Client is seeking two proactive and self-motivated Senior Underground Geologists to join their team. About the Position: Develop, implement and maintain safe work procedures and promote high safety awareness and company Safety and Health Policy Develop, implement and maintain procedures to ensure work is carried out in an environmentally sustainable manner Ensure effective communication of work and issues/conditions status takes place with delegate prior to departure from site Develop continuous improvement targets for the function and drive and measure achievement of these targets Organise the work of the team to ensure all functions and services are provided efficiently, while providing rewarding work, with clear accountabilities and authoritiesSafe and efficient management of all the companies underground geology activities Coordinate all geological, grade control and drilling activities in the underground operation, ensuring best practice techniques Monitor quality, quantity, timing and systems. Identify and diagnose areas which need to improve and develop solutions Develop and apply working practices and procedures as guidelines to achieve the optimum operation of the mining area, grade control and related services. Constantly review these with the underground geology team, testing and continually improvingPrepare, adhere to, and report on operating and capital budgets for the underground geology function Requirements: Minimum 10 years experience with archeaen narrow vein gold deposits Strong structural geology background Good understanding of Geostatistics and resource Estimation 3D modelling experience preferable with VULCAN Abiliy to "add value" across all aspects of a complex UG mine This position will play a major role in supervising, mentoring and training a team of Mine and Project Geologists. If this position may be of any interest and you would like to know more information, please contact me via email - Vicki@miningemployment.com.au Regrettably, we are unable to consider people who do not have prior mining industry experience Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/geology+Jobs+6161 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/geology+Jobs+6161 Our client is a growth-oriented gold mining and exploration company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of gold properties in emerging markets. Our clients objective is to build shareholder value and to establish themselves as a senior gold producer by maximizing the potential of our current properties and leveraging our financial strength and experience to acquire new long-life, low-cost projects. Currently, they maintain 100% interests in two gold producing mines. The position of Reserve and Resource Geologist is responsible for ensuring mineral reserves and resources are estimated to proper standards on an annual basis at operating mines and advanced projects within the company. The successful applicant is responsible for the evaluation of the mineral reserves/resources and exploration potential of possible acquisitions and joint ventures. With diverse international operations and geological environments, the key objective is to provide a sound valuation and accurate disclosure of the mineral asset base of the company. A second key objective is to support business development by being able to effectively compile, analyze and evaluate geological, mineral reserve, mining, and economic information from a very broad range of sources in order to make sound recommendations regarding the geological potential of specific gold business opportunities. Another focus area is to provide continuous technical guidance for all geological activities and mining initiatives at the company's mining and advanced projects that allow critical expenditure decisions to be based on reliable assessment of the quantity and quality of the mineral resource at the project. The nature of this position requires the successful applicant to have a strong technical background, be thoroughly knowledgeable of all operations and advanced projects, and have an excellent working relationship with the senior exploration, mine geology, operating, project engineering and business development personnel in the Company. This is particularly important in the support role to business development which often requires prompt action within aggressive time frames. The individual must be internationally focused, a long-term thinker and planner, and be able to operate with minimal direction. A university degree in geology and a minimum of 5+ years of relevant geological experience are required, including a solid background in mine geology in a variety of ore deposit types and mining environments. The successful applicant requires suitable exploration and advanced project geology experience in order to be able to effectively evaluate exploration potential of possible acquisitions. They must be knowledgeable in various mineral reserve/resource estimation methods and discounted cash flow analysis. Strong computer and database management skills and familiarity with relevant computer software program is an asset. Strong block modelling and Gencom experience is fundamental. If you believe you hold the necessary skills to be successful in any of these roles, please forward a copy of your resume to Vicki via email at vicki@miningemployment.com.au Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/GEOLOGY%3A+6261+-+Reserve+and+Resource+Geologist http://jobs.miningemployment.com.au/positions/GEOLOGY%3A+6261+-+Reserve+and+Resource+Geologist