At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a geology team while optimising ore extraction at Paulsens.
- Company: Join Black Cat Syndicate, a fast-growing gold producer in WA.
- Benefits: Permanent role with a competitive salary and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Work on a 15:13 roster from Perth, Broome or Darwin.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the mining industry while developing your career.
- Qualifications: 2+ years as a Senior Mine Geologist with a relevant degree.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
Join Black Cat Syndicate Limited, a fast‑growing Western Australian gold producer with operating assets at Paulsens and Kal East and a robust project pipeline. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and our commitment to supporting our employees' professional growth.
About the Role
Reporting to the Geology Superintendent, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Mine Geologist to join our team at Paulsens. This role will see you lead, coach and mentor while maintaining focus on ensuring maximum ore grade from underground operations is delivered to our Processing Plant. This is a permanent, full time opportunity located at Paulsens Underground on a 15:13 roster ex Perth, Broome or Darwin.
Key responsibilities:
- Display a clear commitment to all company and statutory health, safety, environment and social responsibility policies and procedures.
- Lead, coach and mentor the geology team to develop capability and career growth.
- Oversee drilling, ensuring data accuracy, validation, and integration into geological databases and models.
- Maintain and continuously improve resource and grade control models, ensuring quality control to optimise ore extraction.
- Support operational performance through production reporting, reconciliation (mine-to-mill), and timely end-of-month reporting.
- Plan and evaluate drilling programs to sustain and grow resources in line with strategy and budget.
- Provide geological input into mine planning and LOM activities.
About You
- 2+ years experience as a Senior Mine Geologist.
- Tertiary qualification in Geology or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in UG gold mining operations, with strong grade control and reconciliation expertise.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior geologists.
- Proficient in industry-standard 3D modelling and geology software (e.g. Deswik, Leapfrog, Acquire).
- Strong knowledge of QAQC processes, sampling, geological mapping, reporting, and mining systems and methods.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No agency referrals at this time.
Senior Mine Geologist employer: Black Cat Syndicate Limited
At Black Cat Syndicate Limited, we are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment that prioritises the professional growth of our employees. As a Senior Mine Geologist at our Paulsens site, you will benefit from a permanent role with a 15:13 roster, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic while contributing to our commitment to safety and excellence in gold production. Join us to lead and mentor a passionate team, while enjoying the unique advantages of working in the vibrant Western Australian mining sector.
Contact Details:
Black Cat Syndicate Limited Recruitment Team
