Senior Mine Geologist - Maules Creek

Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

 
Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Geologist based at our Maules Creek Operations in the Gunnedah Basin. Your expertise will optimise the value of the mine’s open cut resource through the collection and reconciliation of geological data and provision of advice.

This is a site-based role working a 9-day fortnight roster at Maules Creek Mine. Temporary accommodation & relocation assistance is provided. DIDO options may be discussed. 

What You’ll Do

Working within the Technical Services department, key duties will include:

• Manage the on-site geological technical databases ensuring accurate data is adequately recorded and applied. Maintain geotechnical hazards registers updated
• Develop and monitor mine drilling and exploration programs & maintain geological models updated
• Interact and provide geological guidance to production on relevant mining practices to ensure the expected coal quality targets are achieved in the use of the resource
• Demonstrate visible safety leadership and participate in planning, hazard identification & risk assessments
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with leaders, peers and other key stakeholders

What You’ll Bring 

• Tertiary qualifications in Geology as well as relevant experience in open cut mine geology
• Experience with Geological Modelling Software packages and database platforms
• High level of interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• High level of computer literacy and strong data analysis skills
• Participation and promotion of our “STRIVE” values (Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Value, Excellence)

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• 5 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks personal leave & 26 weeks maternity leave
• Career development, mentorship and coaching
• Full relocation packages or temporary accommodation provided
• Access to salary packaging including novated leasing
• STRIVE Recognition and Awards Scheme
• Employee Discounts: groceries, petrol, fashion, entertainment plus more #S-DNI 

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment

Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
 

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