At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead geological activities for safe and efficient ore extraction at the Eva Copper Mine.
- Company: Harmony, a leading gold producer with exciting projects in Australia and PNG.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Permanent site-based role with an 8 days on, 6 days off roster.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to major mining developments while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Geology and 5 years of mine geology experience required.
The predicted salary is between 103500 - 126500 $ per year.
Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and is a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities.
In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi‑Golpu copper‑gold project.
In Australia, Harmony owns the high‑grade CSA copper mine in Cobar, NSW and is constructing the Eva Copper Mine in Cloncurry, QLD with first production targeted for the second half of the 2028 calendar year.
These assets are supported by the Harmony Australasia regional corporate office located in Milton, Brisbane.
The Eva Copper Mine is a significant and strategically important project for Harmony marking a major milestone in the company’s copper growth strategy and its long‑term commitment to Northwest Queensland.
The mine will have a minimum life of 15 years and will involve mining multiple open cut pits providing copper bearing ore to a concentrator.
Front‑end engineering design is complete, and mine construction is expected to take up to 30 months with first production targeted for the second half of the 2028 calendar year.
About the role
As a Senior Mine Geologist reporting to the Geology Superintendent, you will provide technical geological leadership to support the safe, efficient and profitable extraction of ore at the Eva Copper Mine.
You will be accountable for grade control, ore control, geological modelling, reconciliation, resource definition drilling and geological data management.
You will work closely with mining, planning and technical teams, and lead and develop a Field Technician.
This is a permanent role.
This is a site‑based role. The roster is 8 days on, 6 days off.
Key responsibilities
- Provide visible safety leadership and ensure all geological activities comply with safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
- Act as the senior geological representative on site in the absence of the Geology Superintendent.
- Lead grade control and ore control activities, including blast movement interpretation, dig line design, ore mark‑up, stockpile management and reconciliation.
- Develop and maintain short‐term geological and grade control models to support mine planning, forecasting and reconciliation.
- Conduct geological mapping and structural interpretation and provide support to geotechnical programs.
- Coordinate and supervise grade control, resource definition drilling and sampling programs, including QA/QC, assay validation and laboratory performance.
- Maintain geological databases and ensure the quality and integrity of geological data.
- Prepare and communicate geological, production, grade control and reconciliation reports.
- Identify and communicate geological risks and opportunities affecting mine performance and reconciliation.
- Develop and maintain geological procedures, standards and work practices.
- Work closely with Mining, Processing, Technical Services and Geotechnical teams to optimise ore recovery and minimise dilution.
- Coach and mentor geologists and technicians and manage geological contractors and consultants.
- Support operational readiness and continuous improvement of geological systems and processes.
About you
- Tertiary qualifications in Geology, Earth Sciences or similar
- 5 years mine geology experience in an operating mine
- Open pit copper experience, including grade control, ore control and geological modelling
- Experience in resource definition drilling, reconciliation, grade control XRF sampling, geotechnical mapping and drill and blast
- Proficiency in Micromine, Deswik, Leapfrog or similar software
- Supervisory experience leading geology teams, contractors or technical personnel
- Clear communicator with strong reporting skills and sound technical judgement
- Current C Class Driver’s Licence
- Current Queensland Surface Coal Mine Safety and Health Supervisor competencies (formerly G1, G8 and G9) and RIIRIS402E Carry Out the Risk Management Process (formerly G2) are desirable.
- Right to live and work in Australia
About us
- Opportunity to be part of a growing and diverse project portfolio
- Exposure to major mining development activities across Australia and PNG
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
Please note
All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia.
We thank all applicants for your interest and the time taken to submit your application.
While we consider all suitable applicants, only those short‑listed for screening will be contacted.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre‑employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.
Salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience.
- To learn more about Harmony, please visit our website www. harmony. co. za
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Senior Mine Geologist employer: Harmony Australasia
Harmony is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Brisbane with flexible working practices, including the option to work from home two days a week. Employees benefit from participation in a company bonus scheme, corporate discounts, and the chance to grow within a leading international mining company that values diversity and collaboration. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to data governance and quality, Harmony provides a meaningful and rewarding career path for the Power BI Report Developer role.
