Project Geologist – Resource Definition at Fortescue Metals Group (St George Ranges, WA (WA))

Job Description

Project Geologist – Resource Definition

Work Location: Christmas Creek – Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine is located on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people.

Roster: 8D/6R FIFO ex. Perth

An opportunity currently exists for a Project Geologist to join the Resource Definition team at our Christmas Creek Operations.

Key accountabilities will include:

Provide leadership and be a role model for safety behaviours

Assay and geological data management, internal QAQC, data collection/validation

Assists in implementing best practices for producing high quality geological models

Geological modelling and interpretation of drilling campaigns utilising geological, geochemical and geophysical data

Preparing accurate technical reports for internal purposes and delivering high quality geological models

Supports the implementation of improvement initiatives

Maintains a current knowledge of the database, modelling systems whilst making relevant recommendations

Support the Senior Resource Definition Geologist in meeting company objectives

Qualifications and skills required:

Tertiary qualification in Geology, e.g. Bachelor or master’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences or a related science field

Experience on a large mining operation with autonomous haulage system is essential

Experience with RC or diamond drilling in Iron Ore is essential

Rig management, geological logging & validation

Solid understanding of QAQC processes

Experience in geological modelling of the Marra Mamba Formation (Hamersley Group) and Pilbara Tertiary Detrital

Quality systems knowledge / computer literacy (MS Office, Vulcan, ArcGIS, acQuire)

Excellent written and verbal communication, leadership and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective project management, planning and time management skills

Strong desire and drive for continuous improvement

The ability to work with minimal supervision

Must be eligible to work in Australia

Class C manual WA driver’s licence

View more student jobs in WA (Western Australia).

This job vacancy was been posted over 40 days ago, but is still active and currently accepting new applications.

By displaying these images, Backpacker Job Board does not claim any ownership or endorsement of the materials. Backpacker Job Board assumes no liability for copyright infringements, licensing disputes, or any other intellectual property claims arising from employer-submitted images. If you believe that any image displayed on Backpacker Job Board infringes your copyright or other legal rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to promptly reviewing all such notices and, where appropriate, removing the infringing content. However, any removal of content shall not constitute an admission of liability or fault by Backpacker Job Board.

Login or Register to Apply Online

Not already a member? Register for free and create your online resume to apply. If you are already registered or have applied for a vacancy before, you can login below.