Lead mine geology at Wonarah across grade control, sampling, laboratory performance and reconciliation.

SENIOR MINE GEOLOGISTWONARAH PHOSPHATE PROJECT NORTHERN TERRITORY ROSTER - 15/13 FIFO
Hays is excited to partner with Avenira Limited as they establish the team behind one of the Northern Territory's most anticipated new mining projects.
The Wonarah Phosphate Project represents a landmark greenfields mining development and will become the Northern Territory's first phosphate mine. This significant investment in the region presents a rare opportunity to join during the establishment phase of a new mining operation with long-term growth ambitions. Avenira is building the foundations for safe, efficient and sustainable production while creating a workplace centred on collaboration, accountability and operational excellence. Employees will have the opportunity to help shape systems, processes and culture from the ground up while contributing to the success of a project that has the potential to play an important role in the future of the Northern Territory resources sector.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYAn exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Mine Geologist to join the Technical Services team and lead site-based mine geology activities at the Wonarah Phosphate Project.Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will oversee grade control, blast-hole chip sampling, QA/QC, geological data integrity, site laboratory performance, Grade Control Block Model updates, ore/waste delineation, reconciliation and JORC Resource reporting support.The role will establish and manage fit-for-purpose geology systems for a shallow, flat-lying phosphate deposit mined using open pit strip-mining methods, while providing timely geological information to support mine scheduling, production control, stockpile management and operational reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES• Manage grade control systems and blast-hole chip sampling/QA/QC




• Define ore/waste boundaries, mining blocks, ore mark-ups and stockpile destinations
• Maintain geological data and update the Grade Control Block Model
• Establish and manage the site phosphate sampling and assay laboratory
• Complete reconciliation and investigate ore loss, dilution and variances
• Support near-mine drilling, waste characterisation and JORC Resource reporting
• Support drill and blast, ground control and geotechnical monitoring
• Manage geology consultants, contractors, budgets and cost forecasting
• Lead mine geology, pit technician and laboratory personnel
ABOUT YOU• Bachelor of Science majoring in Earth Science, Geology or similar
• Skilled membership such as AusIMM, AIG or GSA
• Significant Senior Mine Geologist experience with senior leadership exposure
• Knowledge of shallow flat-lying deposits, pit geology, geotechnical mapping, sampling, reconciliation and strip-mining
• Resource data management experience and JORC reporting exposure
• Experience managing or establishing a site geology assay laboratory
• Strong analytical, organisational, problem-solving and data management skills
• Leadership experience managing consultants and contractors
• Strong commitment to safety, health, environment and community
• Full work rights in Australia
WHAT'S ON OFFERA senior mine geology role at Wonarah with responsibility across grade control, sampling, laboratory performance, geological data, reconciliation, drilling support and team leadership.Work across geology and operations while establishing and maintaining systems supporting safe, efficient and compliant open pit phosphate operations.
If you're looking for a hands-on Senior Mine Geologist position with broad technical and leadership responsibility, we'd love to hear from you. This is an amazing opportunity not to be missed.
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📌 Senior Mine Geologist (Darwin)
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