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The Opportunity Pembroke Resource's Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres South-east of Moranbah and commenced mining operations in early 2023. Thiess has been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full-service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul, water management and rehabilitation as well as the construction of the mine infrastructure.
About the role Reporting to the Senior Geologist, your duties will include:
Managing Pit-to-ROM Coal Quality This role will be critical in the development and implementation of the grade control management system at Olive Downs Complex. Industry leading, innovative and advanced technologies and techniques will be implemented. This role suits candidates who want to push the boundaries of established mining practices and lead the global mining industry in resource recovery, reconciliation, and management.
Updating & Maintaining the Geological and Run-Of-Mine Models At Thiess we understand that accuracy in all areas of mine design and scheduling, resource recovery, and ultimately, budgeting begins with precise geological models. You will be responsible for overseeing the acquisition and processing of blast-hole geophysics and strata recognition data, updating structural models using 2D seismic, downhole data, and highwall scans, and updating the Run-Of-Mine Block model incorporating various mining assumptions and logic using Python scripting within the Vulcan Integrated Stratigraphic Modelling suite.
Geotechnical Hazard Management This role will work with the operations team to monitor and manage geotechnical hazards in line with the Geotechnical Principal Hazard Management Plan.
About you Passionate about being part of an industry leading team willing to think outside the box for best practice mining. Tertiary qualifications in Geology or similar, complemented by relevant experience working in an operational mining environment, preferably open-cut coal. A solution-based approach to dealing with challenges. Strong computer skills preferably including Geological Modelling exposure (Vulcan). Ability to think strategically and act decisively. Solid problem-solving and good written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of mine operations regulatory and legislative requirements. Previous experience in mining geomechanics is highly regarded. What Thiess Can Do for You 8 days on 6 days off roster, travelling in work hours. Flights, Accommodation, and meals provided. Rental assistance for living local. Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine. World-class health & wellbeing programs. Salary sacrifice options. A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products. Individual flexibility arrangements on offer – (Live Local, FIFO or DIDO). About us Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining.
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