Mine Geologist

Kimberley Mineral Sands Pty Ltd (KMS) is a 50/50 joint venture between Sheffield Resources Limited and YGH Australia Investment Pty Ltd (Yansteel). The Thunderbird Mineral Sands Project (Thunderbird) is located mid-way between Derby and Broome, in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. 

Thunderbird is one of the largest and highest-grade zircon mineral sands deposits in the world and contains valuable heavy minerals including ilmenite, zircon, leucoxene, and rutile, which are extracted and exported via the Port of Broome. 

Our head office is based in Broome, and together we are focused on delivering economic and social benefits for the West Kimberley and its communities. We do this through living our values of Integrity, Accountability, Humility, Co-Creation and Inclusivity. 

Residing in the West Kimberley and reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, this is an exciting opportunity for a Mine Geologist to join our growing mining company.

This role will be responsible for providing timely and accurate geological information to support the Senior Mine Geologists and ensure mining activities occur in an effective and efficient manner.

Site based roster: 8 days on, 6 days off (Bus In Bus Out from Broome or Derby)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with and support the coordination of all geology activities across site
• Complete geological sampling and mapping
• Support the design and coordination of grade control and drill programs
• Ensure Quality Assurance and Control (QAQC) of data
• Create, distribute and supervise ore blocks / mining flitch plans
• Complete daily/monthly reporting

• Hold a current WA C-Class driver’s licence
• Tertiary qualification in Geology or a related discipline
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Mine Geologist in an open pit environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work within a diverse team
• Demonstrated analytical and decision making skills
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and goals
• Exposure to mineral sands operations would be advantageous 
• Experience with Surpac, DataMine or similar mine planning software is desirable but not necessary

In addition to joining our values focused team, you would also be eligible for the following benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Housing & Living Allowances
• 5 weeks annual leave per annum
• Relocation support provided

KMS is committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workforce culture and environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We acknowledge the different skills, experiences, and perspectives that people from diverse backgrounds including, race, ethnicity, disability, age, gender identity and sexual orientation bring to the workplace, will only strengthen our workforce.

We strongly encourage applications from our key priority communities – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, youth, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.  

This advert will close on the 9 June 2024, however, should a suitable candidate be found we reserve the right to close the advert earlier.