Mine Geologist
(Geology & Exploration)
Full Time
Dubbo & Central NSW, New South Wales, Australia
Straits Resources Limited is a successful and diversified resources group involved in base metal operations in Australia – with the Company owning the Tritton Mines located near Nyngan in central NSW.
We currently have an opportunity for a Mine Geologist to join our team at Tritton Mines. You will be assisting the Mine Geology department by providing support to the mine operations to collect, interpret and report on geological conditions in a safe and efficient manner.
Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent/Senior Geologist your duties will include the following:
- Daily functions of the mine geology team.
- Participate in geology interpretation and grade control modelling.
- Assist in the design of the diamond drilling programmes for grade control and near mine exploration.
- Assist in the coordination of geological inputs, and participate in mine planning functions.
The successful candidate will idealy possess:
- Tertiary qualifications in Geology with minimum 2 years UG Cu experience
- Ability to work to tight timeframes and deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- A strong commitment to providing a safe working environment and HSE site procedures
- Software skills, Database (AcQuire preferred) and 3D modelling package (Surpac preferred)
Compensation
The position comes with a competitive salary and an opportunity for long term career development in the mining industry.