Project Geologist - Operations
Job details
Northern Star Resources has an exciting opportunity for a Project Geologist - Operations at our world-class Jundee Operations. This opportunity is offered FIFO ex Perth working on a family friendly 8:6 roster. Reporting into the Senior Geologist ā Operations, the Project Geologist - Operations is responsible for designing and supervising the execution and interpretation of drill programs that add value to existing resources, locating the next viable ore bodies, and looking to expand satellite operations. Your Main Responsibilities Will Include:
- Drive ounce addition through identification and evaluation of in mine targets from analysis of historical data, mapping reviews, drilling results and observations in current development.
- Create preliminary assessment models from opportunities and targets identified. Evaluate and plan any additional work required. Monitor progress and ensure these are driven through to completion within a timeframe that compliments the mine plan and maximises ounces and profits produced by the operation.
- Ensure effective communication of opportunity and exploration targets with relevant stakeholders at all stages to optimise efficiencies with resource geology and mine planning with regards to resource modelling, planning evaluation and production scheduling.
- Monitor drilling results at a minimum of weekly periods. Identify and assess anomalous results, communicate significance or otherwise in terms of development and drilling and develop appropriate plans in response.
- A degree in Geology, preferably with Honours, from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Current āCā Class Western Australian Drivers Licence.
- A minimum of 3-5 years geological experience, the majority of which must be in gold and preferably underground.
- Experience in the use of Geological Software (Leapfrog, Vulcan, or other similar).
- Proven competency in all aspects of underground geology. Orebody & geology modelling, mapping, face sampling etc.
- Familiarity with QA/QC processes.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
- St Johns Senior First Aid certificate (desirable).
- Company subsidised GU Health Insurance from commencement.
- Gold Price Variable bonus incentive from commencement.
- Short-term incentive bonus program from commencement.
- Employee Share Plan programs.
- 5 weeks annual leave.
- Industry leading Parental leave policy ā with up to 20 weeks primary carers leave and up to 4 weeks secondary carers leave. Primary carers return to work benefits including up to 6 weeks bonus payment, top up of superannuation and long service leave service recognition.
- GoldSTARR program - cash savings for everyday expenses.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.
- Salary Continuance (Income protection) insurance from commencement.
- Salary Sacrificing benefits, including Novated Leasing and Remote Area Living benefit options.
- Paid Family Domestic Violence leave.
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