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Geologist - Mining
Job no: 986386 Work type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Lihir Operations
Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company.
With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance, and a shared belief that what we do matters.
Our Lihir operation in Mining Department is now recruiting for the position of Geologist – Mining for FIFO role based at our Lihir Gold Operation (LGO).
Reporting to Senior Mine Geologist , you will be required to run daily- to weekly production and planning related geological activities that ensure optimum ore blends for mining operations at Lihir Mine
The role will have responsibility to:
Drives and influences proactive safety behaviours within workgroups through Visible leadership.
Plans work so that it can be conducted safely; and considers environmental conditions, nearby activities, and the people and other resources needed to complete the work.
Supervise sampling activities, data management and QAQC reporting.
Run Grade Control and Alteration models and optimise Mark-out ounces.
Create Digging Plans for Mining and Dispatch, monitor material movements through daily depletions.
Monitor and reporting on ore loss and dilution, including Rill reclaim.
Report stockpile balances and monitor ore blending compliance.
Engaging with production team to develop and implement 24 hour and weekly plans.
Assisting with reconciliations and production reporting.
Essential criteria
Ideally, our preferred applicant will have;
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Earth Sciences or Geology.
PNG Driver's Licence - Class 6.
First Aid Training advantageous.
AusIMM (or IEPNG) membership desirable.
3-5 years’ progressive work experience as a Mine Geologist is required.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in English is essential.
Experience in updating grade control models is required.
Advanced planning, organizational, communication, project management, time management and problem-solving skills.
Reviews data to assess performance and identify opportunities for maximising results, reducing risk and implementing cost management initiatives.
Advanced computer and administrative software skills (MS Office suite, Mine-Sight, acQuire, etc.,).
Excellent attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in English is essential.
Strong interpersonal skills and team player to work with coworkers and contractors.
Cross-cultural awareness and understanding is required.
The Requirements
Must be available for FIFO to Lihir
Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment.
Must have proof of a completed Police Clearance within the last six months.
Our Commitment to You
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date 2nd May 2024.
Advertised: 18 Apr 2024 Applications close: 02 May 2024
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