Geologist

Job description

Capcoal Mine is seeking an experienced Geologist to join our Technical Services team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a team of passionate, industry-leading professionals and play a key role in maximising resource value while advancing your career. Reporting to the Geotechnical Superintendent, this position provides short- to medium-term geological support across the operations. You will contribute directly to optimising production areas by identifying geological risks and ensuring safe, efficient planning and execution.

Key responsibilities

Provide specialist coal quality advice to production teams and customers to support the achievement of mine performance targets and maximize resource value. Monitoring and data collection including the use of slope stability radar (SSR) Identify and manage geological and geotechnical hazards impacting mining operations. Continuously improve coal mining plans and excavation methodologies through reconciliation of planned versus actual performance and analysis of operational variances.Conduct mapping, logging, and data validation to ensure data quality and reliability Develop fit-for-purpose short-term geological models.

Conduct daily geological pit inspections to ensure coal quality standards are maintained and to identify and manage quality-related risks within the mining operation. Support mine planning, drill and blast design, and daily operational decision-making. Assist Coal mining activity daily and as required. Monitor coal quality performance against customer specifications and lead or support investigations into quality-related issues.

Assist in minimising coal loss and contamination Perform reconciliation analysis to drive continuous improvement in performance Collaborate closely with geologists, geotechnical engineers, mining engineers, and operations teams. Maintain and continuously develop the geological production model to support accurate coal quality forecasting and operational decision-making.

Qualifications

Tertiary qualifications in Geological Sciences or related program . At least three years experience in operational mining, preferably open cut coal mining. Demonstrated experience contributing to a team of professionals to deliver against set targets. Strong analysis, problem solving and attention to detail. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.