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The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an experienced Geologist to join our high-performing Technical Services department within our QCoal Northern Hub project; a unique site just an hour’s drive from the stunning Whitsundays. This role would be best suited to those who live in or around the Whitsundays region (anywhere between Townsville and Mackay) and who enjoys working in a tight-nit team with a great culture.
Reporting to the Technical Services Manager and on an 8/6 roster your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Working collaboratively in a dynamic environment delivering high-quality solutions and results.
- Offer specialist advice on coal quality to the production department and the client to drive the delivery of the mine’s performance targets and maximise the value of the resource.
- Ensure that the quality of coal mining plans and excavation methods are continually improved by reconciling plans, actual performance, and variations.
- Monitoring coal quality as delivered to the customer and follow up on quality investigations.
- Ongoing development of the geological production model.
- Conduct daily geological pit inspections to monitor coal quality standards throughout the pit.
- Provide geotechnical advice in conjunction with the RPEQ engineer recommendations.
- Daily reporting of coal mining and ROM management
- Assist with the Technical Service End of Month (EOM) reporting processes as required.
- Manage and drive quarterly and ad hoc coal reconciliations.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring
- A tertiary qualification in Geology
- Previous experience in coal preferred but not essential
- Experience using Geological block modelling software (Vulcan)
- In depth knowledge of Geological practises in the mining industry
- An understanding of mining loss and dilution parameters, recovery and reconciliation
- An understanding of open cut mining methodology
- Geotechnical experience/strong grasp of structural geology considered beneficial
- Strong planning and problem-solving skills
- A high level of strategic thinking
- Strong and clear communication skills
- Passionate and self-motivated
What's on offer
At Thiess, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive - safely, confidently and with opportunities to grow.
- Permanent full-time position
- 8/6 lifestyle roster
- Site Allowance
- Eligible for Annual Remuneration Review and Discretionary Bonus'
- Individual flexibility travel arrangements on offer - (Live Local, FIFO (Brisbane) or DIDO)
- Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development
- Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing
- Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
About Us
Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia, and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining. The pioneering spirit of our founders - the legendary Thiess brothers - is our legacy and has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.
Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values.
At Thiess, we're creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing and continuous learning - supporting our people to contribute to Thiess' success and continued growth in sustainable mining.
We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included, and empowered.
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How to Apply
This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.
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