Mining Geologist

  • Onslow, WA, Australia, 6710
  • Perth, Western Australia, Australia
  • Permanent, Full time

MinRes can offer you!

  • We encourage innovation, the courage to take on the impossible and the passion to make it happen.
  • Our people’s well-being is at the forefront of our thinking, and we have an in-house Wellness Centre that includes on-site Mental Health Support.
  • Live Your Best Life! Our benefits offer access to deals, support, and discounts to help you unlock the important things in Life—health, Family, Recreation, and Your Future with MinRes.

 

The Opportunity

MinRes is looking for an experienced Mining Geologist to join our high-performing team at Onslow on a 8:6 FIFO roster from Perth.

In this pivotal role, you’ll provide essential geological support to our mining operations—ensuring precise ore control, accurate data collection, and insightful interpretation to maximise recovery and minimise dilution. You’ll work as part of the Mine Technical Services team, closely collaborating with mining engineers and surveyors to ensure geological models are seamlessly integrated into daily mine plans, driving efficient and effective production outcomes.

  • Perform daily ore control and grade monitoring activities.
  • Conduct geological mapping and logging.
  • Develop blast hole sampling plans to inform the grade control model.
  • Interpret geological data and update 3D models in line with operational requirements.
  • Liaise with mine planning and production teams to guide ore extraction.
  • Maintain geological databases, including QA/QC checks and analysis.
  • Conduct geological model reconciliation and end-of-month processes.

 

Your Experience and Skills:

  • Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology) or equivalent is mandatory.
  • Demonstrated experience working within an open pit production environment. 
  • Proficiency in geological modelling software and database management systems.
  • Strong understanding of grade control processes, geological mapping, open pit mining methodology and processes.

 

About Onslow & Kens Bore

Our Onslow Iron project is set to redefine mining in Western Australia through world-first autonomous road trains, industry leading dust free transport and innovative transhipping.

Taking shape 150 kilometres east of Onslow, the project will ship around 35 million tonnes of iron ore per year and is expected to have a mine life of more than 30 years.

The project encompasses the Ken’s Bore mine (approximately 150km from Onslow), Truck Maintenance Facility and Onslow Port infrastructure

 

About Mineral Resources (MinRes)

MinRes is a leading diversified resources company with extensive operations in lithium, iron ore, energy and mining services across Western Australia. With a focus on people and innovation, MinRes has become one of the ASX’s best-performing companies since listing in 2006.

At MinRes, the future's bright. Be part of our next chapter.

 

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