Project Geologist - Underground Mine
Role Overview
We are seeking 2 x Experienced Project Geologists to join our expanding geology team at Kathleen Valley. Reporting to the Senior Geologist, this role is ideal for a motivated geologist looking to take ownership of the planning and execution of underground diamond drilling programs, contribute to the development of grade control and structural models, and deliver cross-functional technical projects within an operating mine environment. This position will be offered as a full-time, permanent opportunity based at our Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth. This is a great opportunity to build your career in a technically rich, low-waste, high-grade underground environment. This is a key role in a growing team at a defining moment for Kathleen Valley to help shape what this operation becomes.
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Key responsibilities
- Design and prepare drill requests, incorporating peer and cross-functional review. Contribute to drill scheduling in conjunction with geology leadership and mine planning. Analyse drilling progress to identify the drivers of strong performance and the causes of underperformance, applying data-driven problem solving to support continuous improvement. Identify and drive initiatives to improve drilling performance. Manage drilling administration, including PLODs and daily compliance tracking. Undertake geological and structural core logging, and mentor junior team members to maintain consistent logging standards. Validate drilling data for accuracy and completeness to support geological interpretation and modelling. Provide database support and champion consistent, reliable data standards, including assay QAQC. Undertake and contribute to geological and structural interpretation through wireframing and modelling in collaboration with peers. Support geometallurgical test work and integration of results into geological models. Drive for continuous improvement and development of standard work processes. About you Tertiary qualification in Geology or Earth Sciences. Previous experience in an underground production or project geology role. Experience with underground drill design and management, core logging, and QAQC practices. Competence in geological software (Datamine StudioGEO) and AcQuire Database software. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Willingness to mentor junior members of the team. A valid manual Australian drivers license. Strong safety mindset and ability to work autonomously. Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance and pass a pre-employment medical and D&A screen. Why Liontown At Liontown, we value our people and are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer: Competitive salary package. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A chance to be part of a company contributing to a sustainable future. A collaborative and innovative team culture. For more information on Liontown, please visit liontown.com.
About Liontown Resources
Australian ASX-listed lithium producer operating the Kathleen Valley underground mine and developing the Buldania lithium project.
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