Senior Geologist

Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations comprise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who seek to be leaders in their field. To you, that means more opportunities to grow your career, grow your experiences, and grow your network of colleagues, mentors and even lifelong friends. All whilst making your mark on the future.

About this part of our organisation:

Our Zinc Assets in Australia include multiple & geographically dispersed operations, including underground and open pit mines, processing plants and port facilities. Lady Loretta Mine (LLM) is situated approximately 140kms northwest of Mount Isa. We have a compact owner’s team of employees who oversee and work closely with our contract mining partner to extract high grade zinc, silver and lead which is transported to Mount Isa for further processing. Typically, our team work on a FIFO roster from either Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns, other options may be considered such as DIDO from Mount Isa if required.

About your potential new position:

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent at Lady Loretta Mine, you will be our leader in geoscience.

Your demonstrable technical competency in geology is essential and will include:

• Mine geology in an underground metalliferous environment including production geology, mapping, sampling, fault, and grade control modelling.
• Resource modelling and estimation.
• Diamond drill program design, costing, scheduling, execution, and contractor management.
• Geological and geotechnical core logging, processing, sampling and QAQC.
• Structured database management.
• Block model and mine to mill reconciliation.
• Project experience and the ability to diagnose, investigate and solve problems.
• Leapfrog, Deswik and Python scripting capabilities will be viewed favourably.
• Significant mining industry experience (>5yrs), excellent leadership capabilities, ability to work autonomously and in a diverse team,
• Relevant tertiary geoscience degree.

The standard you set as a leader will:

• Continue to inspire and lift team performance.
• Develop resilience in your team and work with a wide range of personalities.
• Mentor technical and broader skills such as effective communication.
• Hold people to account.
• Influence and maintain a positive workplace culture.

What’s in it for you?

The team at Lady Loretta Mine support and work with each other so you will experience a broader range of activities and learn a wider set of skills in a shorter time. This is a permanent position as part of the owner's team so you will join a worldwide organisation for your career to grow within, as well as a close-knit team who are enthusiastic about their work and enjoy what they do. You will be supported to achieve results in your field and if you desire to go above & beyond there is space to explore new ideas and influence change. Come join a team who encourage & expect you to make improvements and make a difference.

Apply now at glencore.com/careers/career-opportunities/all-vacancies/

Please note: We may conduct interviews and hire prior to the advertising expiring, so act now.

Our operation is situated on land traditionally owned by the Kalkadoon People and we respect their rights and interests.

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