Job Description

Regional Group Australia has over 40 quarries across eastern Australia and is continually expanding into key growth regions. The Quarry Geologist will play a vital part in managing the company's natural resources and ensuring our quarry operations run efficiently and safely.

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You will be responsible for undertaking quarry exploration activities; geological modelling and interpretation; material quality evaluation; reviewing and updating the Company's rock reserves and resources for each site; providing mine planning and design services to our operations teams; and supporting on the management of geotechnical risks at our quarries.

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You will work in a dynamic team environment across Regional Group Australia's operations teams and Planning team, while engaging with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders and subcontractors. The role provides an exciting chance for travel across eastern Australia with exposure to diverse geology, while maintaining a balance of office and site work.

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This full-time, permanent role will initially be based at our Sydney office with the flexibility to relocate to Brisbane, Newcastle, Dubbo or Melbourne locations after an initial training and probation period.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Plan and manage quarry exploration programmes utilising internal and external capabilities
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- Supervise drilling campaigns and undertake geological logging and sampling to update our understanding of subsurface conditions
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- Review data to produce geological models for sites, evaluate rock quality and potential risks, plan and arrange sample testing,



and provide expert advice on mineral quality to operations teams
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- Collaborate with Quarry Managers to provide quarry design and mine planning services to ensure our sites are operating safely, efficiently, sustainably and in compliance with development consent conditions
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- Update and maintain the geological and spatial data for our sites.
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- Undertake reserve and resource assessments; update and maintain the Company's reserves and resources ledger
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- Undertake geotechnical inspections, audits and slope stability assessments to identify geotechnical risks and provide advice on the management of geotechnical risks to Operations teams.
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- Provide geotechnical and quarry development advice to Operations teams and the wider RGA as required.
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Required Skills

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- Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Mine Engineering or other closely-related discipline
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- Minimum 2 years of experience working in the surface extractive industries (quarrying or mining)
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- Experience with GIS applications (e.g. QGIS, ArcGIS)
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- Competent in the use of common Office software applications
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- Valid and current Class C driving licence
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- Numerical, analytical, problem solving and observation skills.
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- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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- Ability to work within a team environment.
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The following skills are desirable, however full training will be provided for the successful applicant:

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- Experience of geological mapping, core logging and the description of rocks & soils to AS 1726
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- Experience working with near-surface geophysical exploration data
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- Familiarity with common construction material standards, e.g. AS 1141, TfNSW, TMR, VicRoads
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- Geological modelling using standard industry software (e.g. Leapfrog, Surpac)
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- A strong understanding of surface mining techniques and mine planning concepts
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- Knowledge of soil & rock mechanics, geotechnical design and slope stability assessments
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- Experience with Rocscience or other common slope stability analysis software.
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- Familiarity with surveying techniques and working with survey & topographic data.
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Benefits And Perks

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- An opportunity to make an impact with a growing and forward-thinking ASX company.
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- A competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience.
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- We offer an exciting Employee Benefits Platform that provides access to a range of exclusive discounts on banking, retail and healthcare, as well as novated leasing options.
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- Access to a comprehensive health and wellbeing program.
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- We recognise and reward employees through our monthly Value Awards Program.
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- Continued Professional Development and training.
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- Flexible work options.
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- Opportunities for professional growth within RGA.
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For further information please contact [email protected].

📌 Engineering Geologist (Ingleburn)
🏢 Regional Group Australia
📍 Ingleburn