Underground Mine Geologist

Company Info: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. About Darlot:With over a century of mining history, Darlot is a cornerstone operation of Vault Minerals Limited producing high-grade gold production. With a strong legacy, Darlot is focused on the future, optimising production and driving exploration programs to extend the mine’s lifespan and uncover new resources. The Darlot mine is located about 900 km northeast of Perth and 121 km north of Leonora, in the Goldfields Region of Western Australia.Job Description:Vault Minerals is seeking a skilled Underground Mine Geologist to join our team at the Darlot Gold Mine. In this key position, you will deliver high-quality underground mine geology services while working closely with the broader mining team to optimize operational returns. Your contributions will focus on developing mining strategies that reduce dilution and enhance the recovery of economic resources. This role is available on an 8/6 roster - FIFO from Perth.Key responsibilities will include:Promote and maintain a culture of safety, adhering to Vault Minerals' safety standards.Meet daily grade control requirements, face mapping/sampling, airleg sampling, stope inspections, accurate ore allocation.Collate and deliver accurate production and geological data for daily and weekly reports.Co-ordinate with the Mining and Haulage Contractor, for efficient ore pad parcel delivery from the Darlot MOP.Assist Technical Services to implement a mining methodology that minimises dilution and maximises recovery of economic resources.  Maintain the geological data filing/recording system and databases with the timely reporting of information as required.Actively participate in QAQC processes and ensure data validity and JORC compliant datasets.Log diamond drill core and RC/sludge chips to a consistent and high standard. Provide guidance and training as required with junior team membersAssist the Senior Mine Geologist with ensuring accurate monthly and quarterly reconciliation of tonnages, grade and contained metal.Key factors to your success include:Minimum 3 years industry experience and 1 year in an underground gold environment.Bachelor’s degree Geology or related fieldExperienced with Vulcan, Acquire and Leapfrog software – preferredWA Driver’s Licence – C ClassAustralian Working Rights What We Offer Competitive SalaryLong Term incentive plans Paid Parental LeavePaywise offers the following employee benefits to Vault Minerals employees;Novated Lease VehiclesTrade tools FIFO Travel Portable Electronic DevicesSelf-EducationAirport Lounger Membership 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.Vaults Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so. AUD Perth 6000

Underground Mine Geologist

Company Info:
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.

About Darlot:
With over a century of mining history, Darlot is a cornerstone operation of Vault Minerals Limited producing high-grade gold production. With a strong legacy, Darlot is focused on the future, optimising production and driving exploration programs to extend the mine’s lifespan and uncover new resources. The Darlot mine is located about 900 km northeast of Perth and 121 km north of Leonora, in the Goldfields Region of Western Australia.


Job Description:
Vault Minerals is seeking a skilled Underground Mine Geologist to join our team at the Darlot Gold Mine. In this key position, you will deliver high-quality underground mine geology services while working closely with the broader mining team to optimize operational returns. Your contributions will focus on developing mining strategies that reduce dilution and enhance the recovery of economic resources.

This role is available on an 8/6 roster - FIFO from Perth.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Promote and maintain a culture of safety, adhering to Vault Minerals' safety standards.
  • Meet daily grade control requirements, face mapping/sampling, airleg sampling, stope inspections, accurate ore allocation.
  • Collate and deliver accurate production and geological data for daily and weekly reports.
  • Co-ordinate with the Mining and Haulage Contractor, for efficient ore pad parcel delivery from the Darlot MOP.
  • Assist Technical Services to implement a mining methodology that minimises dilution and maximises recovery of economic resources.  
  • Maintain the geological data filing/recording system and databases with the timely reporting of information as required.
  • Actively participate in QAQC processes and ensure data validity and JORC compliant datasets.
  • Log diamond drill core and RC/sludge chips to a consistent and high standard. 
  • Provide guidance and training as required with junior team members
  • Assist the Senior Mine Geologist with ensuring accurate monthly and quarterly reconciliation of tonnages, grade and contained metal.

Key factors to your success include:

  • Minimum 3 years industry experience and 1 year in an underground gold environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree Geology or related field
  • Experienced with Vulcan, Acquire and Leapfrog software – preferred
  • WA Driver’s Licence – C Class
  • Australian Working Rights

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Long Term incentive plans
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paywise offers the following employee benefits to Vault Minerals employees;
    • Novated Lease Vehicles
    • Trade tools 
    • FIFO Travel 
    • Portable Electronic Devices
    • Self-Education
    • Airport Lounger Membership 

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.

Vaults Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so.

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