CITIC Pacific Mining are seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist to join our Technical Services team at Sino Iron, Cape Preston. This is a permanent full-time position offered on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth.

Reporting to the Superintendent Geotech and Hydrogeology, this is a hands-on technical role where you will take ownership of groundwater modelling and dewatering strategies that directly support safe and efficient mining operations.

You’ll be working across a fully integrated operation, where hydrogeology plays a critical role in mine planning, geotechnical performance, and long-term water management.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimise groundwater and pore pressure models to support mine planning and slope stability
• Design and drive pit dewatering and depressurisation strategies
• Provide critical inputs into geotechnical, mining, and closure planning decisions
• Support approvals and licensing processes with accurate groundwater modelling and reporting
• Manage groundwater and surface water monitoring programs and compliance requirements
• Lead field investigations including dewatering, water supply, and water quality assessments
• Mentor and guide junior hydrogeologists and field teams

About You

• Degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering or related discipline
• Strong experience in groundwater modelling within an open pit mining environment
• Experience with modelling and data tools such as FEFLOW, MINEDW, HEC-RAS or similar
• Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into practical mining outcomes
• Experience supporting approvals, licensing, and environmental compliance
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical teams
• Current manual driver’s licence

What We Offer

As an employee, you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, career, and wellbeing:

• Competitive renumeration package with super paid on all hours
• Permanent role offering long-term career stability
• Salary continuance & life insurance paid for by the company
• Salary packaging options for novated leasing, interstate flights and airport parking
• Alliance Airliners Lounge membership
• Corporate partnerships and discounts for health, well-being, travel & vehicles
• On-site village facilities include three gyms, swimming pool, sports courts + more

To Apply

• Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
• We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
• Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position.
• Internal applicants please note it is a requirement that you advise your immediate line manager of the application.

As an employee, you will be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.

About Us

CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia’s largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia’s Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new iron ore value-adding industry for the nation, transforming magnetite ore into a high-grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation – featuring a mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. Being an employee at CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) will enable you to take advantage of the multiple divisions of the group. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder of CPM, has more than 170,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.   

Within CPM, everyone can develop their skills and knowledge, progress in the business and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution. We encourage our people to take the opportunities that are provided to reach their full potential - so they can achieve the best results for themselves, each other, and for CPM.