Mine Geologist

Vault Minerals is a dynamic and cohesive company born from the recent merger of Red 5 Limited and Silverlake Resources, uniting our shared vision for the future. With our base in Australia, Vault Minerals is now strategically positioned to unlock greater value, expand our operations, and execute our strategy of providing larger, longer-life, and lower-cost gold production. 

The Mount Monger Operation (MMO) is an expansive tenement package located 50km southeast of Kalgoorlie. Spanning multiple gold mineralisation styles, this dynamic operation currently includes the Daisy Milano Underground Mine, the Santa, French Kiss and Flora Dora Open pit mines and the Randalls Gold Processing Facility..

Reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, the Mine Geologist will be overseeing the Santa Open pit, and the primary focus will be to optimise ore production through clear direction to the mining contractor, overseeing grade control and reconciliation, and ensuring sampling accuracy and high-quality data input into wireframes. 

The position will be offered as an 8:6 FIFO roster from Perth.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Mark-up dig blocks and provide clear directions to excavator operators and haulage personnel. Ensure the shift board is updated daily.
• Monitor and manage stockpile control, haulage and grade tracking to optimise production and maintain quality mill feed. Conduct routine stockpile checks and manage material movement on Mine Ore Pad.
• Undertake comprehensive geological, structural and geotechnical mapping. Identify and report on any geotechnical hazards that may impact safety and mining.
• Digital input and validation of all information in the geological database. Monitor laboratory QA/QC performance and address issues in a timely manner. Laboratory invoicing review, approval and tracking.
• Ensure adequate sample assignment and QAQC insertion to represent geological and mineralisation intervals. 
• Assist in Blast Movement Monitoring (BMM) installation and pick-ups.
• Utilise all available data to produce and maintain high-quality geological wireframes and models. 
• Assist with management of reverse circulation drilling contractor, PLOD validation and capture. Chip logging to be completed to industry and company standards.
• Update and review current geology procedures. Identify ways to improve and optimise geological standards, practices and procedures. Assist with training and technical development of new and existing geological personnel.
• Complete EOM stocktake and assist with EOM reconciliation reporting as required.
• Complete any other task as requested by your supervisor.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Degree in Geology or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in Open Pit gold mining, preferably within a gold deposit environment.
• Good knowledge of mine production and grade control practices.
• Previous experience with Datashed, Datamine software, or another 3D modeling program. 
• Sound wireframing ability
• Working knowledge of QAQC theory and application in sampling practices and assessment of analytical data.
• Demonstrates outstanding attention to detail and possesses strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Hold a Manual ‘C’ class driver’s license.

An industry-benchmarked salary and the opportunity to join an established, stable, and financially secure company are on offer to attract people who want to make a long-term commitment to an organisation. 

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.

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