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SENIOR MINE GEOLOGIST – OPEN PIT MINING PERMANENT / FULL TIME LOCATION: PERTH A rare opportunity awaits for an experienced Senior Mine Geologist – Open Pit to step into a pivotal leadership

Scotford Fennessy Perth WA 6000

Permanent Full time
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Key points we found

  • Lead geological activities and manage a team of geologists in an open pit mining environment.
  • Oversee grade control, reconciliation, and resource estimation processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize geological workflows and outcomes.

A rare opportunity awaits for an experienced Senior Mine Geologist – Open Pit to step into a pivotal leadership role with a growing Australian gold producer entering an exciting new operational phase in Western Australia’s renowned Leonora District.

A key player among mid-tier gold producers, this company is investing heavily in its people, processes, and future—and is now seeking driven professionals who want to grow with it.

As a Senior Mine Geologist, you will take ownership of the geology function across an open pit panel, leading a talented team of geologists and technicians to deliver timely and accurate geological data that drives production and strategic decision-making. Your remit will span from short- to medium-term planning, grade control, and reconciliation through to drill planning and resource estimation. You’ll play a key role in streamlining geological workflows, ensuring data integrity, and aligning your team’s output with operational targets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead daily and medium-term geological activities, including 3-month scheduling and drill program planning
  • Manage end-of-month grade reconciliation and reporting
  • Maintain and improve geological systems, data quality and sampling practices
  • Provide geological interpretations and support resource estimation activities
  • Oversee and develop a high-performing open pit geology team
  • Support administrative and cost tracking tasks related to geology operations
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, production, and technical teams to optimise outcomes

What’s on Offer:

  • A dynamic work environment backed by leadership that genuinely invests in people
  • Strong emphasis on internal progression and professional development
  • Competitive salary with salary sacrifice options
  • A values-driven workplace focused on safety, sustainability, and results
  • 8:6 FIFO roster from Perth

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related discipline
  • Proven experience in open pit gold mining geology
  • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
  • Strong understanding of grade control, sampling protocols, and reconciliation processes
  • Excellent communication, time management, and decision-making skills

If you’re looking to be part of something new, where your input will shape the future of a growing operation, this is the opportunity for you. Apply now to be part of a team where geology truly matters.

Contact Sara Gunzburg for further information at **************************

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Skills
EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS
geological interpretation
GRADE CONTROL
TEAM LEADERSHIP
TIME MANAGEMENT

Licenses & certifications
Bachelor’s degree in geology

Perks & benefits
Competitive salary with salary sacrifice options
Strong emphasis on internal progression and professional development
Values-driven workplace focused on safety and sustainability

More details
Expiring date
14 Jul 2025
Date posted
24 Jun 2025
Category
Mining & Energy
Occupation
Management & Senior Leadership
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Fifo (fly-in fly-out)
Industry
Mining

Scotford Fennessy

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