PRINCIPAL RESOURCE GEOLOGIST MINING PERMANENT / FULL TIME LOCATION: PERTH This established nickel producer is presenting a great opportunity for an experienced Principal Resource Geologist t
- Provide technical leadership for Mineral Resource estimation and geological modelling.
- Lead the Resource Geology team to deliver high-quality geological outputs.
- Ensure compliance with JORC Code requirements and drive continuous improvement.
This established nickel producer is presenting a great opportunity for an experienced Principal Resource Geologist to continue developing their career and leadership trajectory, with this rare opportunity for a technical expert.
Boasting industry leading benefits as well as impressive site facilities, working permanently with this company will give you a great work-life balance.
Known for strong leadership, this company continues to grow from strength to strength and now is a great time to join the journey.
Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for:
- Provide technical leadership for all Mineral Resource estimation, geological modelling and resource classification activities
- Maintain the integrity, governance and continuous improvement of geological databases, resource models and estimation methodologies
- Lead development of long-term geological strategies supporting life-of-mine planning and resource growth
- Act as technical custodian for Murrin Murrin’s geological intellectual property and specialist nickel laterite knowledge
- Develop capability within the Geology department through structured mentoring, coaching and technical knowledge transfer
- Lead the Resource Geology team to deliver high quality geological outputs within agreed schedules
- Ensure compliance with JORC Code requirements and industry best practice
- Drive continuous improvement in geological systems, modelling methodologies and software utilisation
- Provide technical advice to senior leadership regarding Mineral Resources, geological risk and business opportunities.
- Develop and maintain departmental procedures, standards and governance documentation
Benefits
- The opportunity to work for a progressive industry leader in nickel mining and processing
- A work environment that prides itself on high safety standards
- A range of health and lifestyle benefits including our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- An excellent team culture with recognition and reward programs
- An attractive variable compensation program that creates a link between individual performance and company success
- The opportunity to take advantage of our impressive 100 kilometres of cycling and running tracks, premium on-site gym facilities with weekly fitness and sport programs
- An above industry standard superannuation contribution of 15%
- A generous private health insurance allowance
- Well established on-the-job training opportunities and development programs to further your technical and leadership skills
- The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing etc.
About You
Reporting directly to the Mine Technical Manager this role would suit a detailed and process-oriented person.
You will also have:
- Degree in Geological Sciences (or equivalent), eligible for professional institute membership, with a current WA C Class Driver’s Licence
- Postgraduate qualifications, Exploration Manager statutory qualification and Competent Person status under the JORC Code desirable
- Extensive Resource Geology experience within large-scale mining operations, including Mineral Resource estimation, classification and reporting
- Strong expertise in laterite nickel or other complex ore bodies, geostatistics, geological modelling and estimation methodologies
- Thorough understanding of the JORC Code, mine planning processes and operational geology
- Demonstrated leadership experience, with a proven ability to mentor, develop and lead high-performing technical geology teams
- Advanced proficiency in geological modelling, geostatistical multivariate estimation, and geological database management.
- Proven expertise in estimation domain development, geostatistical analysis, variography, estimation strategy, resource modelling, and model reconciliation.
- Excellent technical communication, report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive continuous improvement
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