Geologist

1 Month ago • 1 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Dawson Mine is seeking an experienced Geologist to join their Technical Services team on a permanent basis in Moura, Queensland. The role focuses on maximizing the resource by providing geological advice to optimize existing and proposed production areas. Key responsibilities include identifying geological hazards, mapping, data validation for mine and drill planning, and providing operational support to minimize coal loss and contamination. The position requires effective communication and collaboration with planning, exploration, survey, and operational teams, along with strong strategic thinking, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Must have:
  • Tertiary qualifications in Geological Sciences or equivalent.
  • At least one year of experience in operational mining.
  • Strong analysis, problem solving, and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Good to have:
  • Experience with 3D modelling software (e.g., Minescape).
  • Experience with geological databases (e.g., acQuire).
  • Experience with AutoCAD.
  • Experience in open cut coal mining.
Perks:
  • Full-time permanent position
  • 8 days on, 6 days off roster
  • Residential, FIFO, and DIDO options
  • Subsidised accommodation and company funded camp options
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave
  • Biannual development planning
  • Industry leading remuneration and attractive yearly bonus
  • External education assistance
  • Novated leasing
  • Private health discounts
  • Gym/Health incentive
  • On site Physio
  • On site EAP

Job Details

Company Description

Dawson Mine
Steelmaking Coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.  

Dawson Mine is a large and dynamic open cut steelmaking coal mine operation made up of two operating pits - Central and South. It commenced operations in 1961 and is one of the oldest coal mining operations in Central Queensland with no signs of slowing down. Dawson Mine is rich in history, it was the first mine in Australia to export coal to Japan in 1961 and was the first mine to introduce draglines into its operation in 1963 – join the legacy today!

Job Description

Dawson Mine has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Geologist to join the team on a permanent basis, based in Moura, QLD. The geologist role plays a key role in maximising the resource at Dawson Mine, within the Technical Services team. This is your opportunity to join a team of passionate and supportive industry leading experts where you can really drive your future career.

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, the Geologist provides short to medium term geological advice on how to optimise the value of all existing and proposed production areas. Key focus is identification of geological hazards, mapping and data validation to generate fit for purpose short term models for mine and drill and blast planning and daily operational support to ensure the minimisation of coal loss and contamination and reconciliation to assist in continuous improvement.

Effective communication and collaboration with short-term planning, exploration, survey, and operational teams is a key to the role and high level of strategic thinking, planning and problem-solving skills will be instrumental in your success.

Qualifications

  • Tertiary qualifications in Geological Sciences or equivalent.
  • At least one year experience in operational mining, preferably open cut coal mining.
  • Experience with the following software packages would be preferable.
    • 3D modelling software packages, preferably Minescape
    • Geological databases e.g. acQuire
    • AutoCAD
  • Strong analysis, problem solving and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Information

  • Full-time permanent position based at Dawson Mine, Moura
  • 8 days on, 6 days off roster
  • Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
  • Subsidised accommodation and company funded camp options provided
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave
  • Biannual development planning with line leader
  • Industry leading remuneration and attractive yearly bonus
  • External education assistance, novated leasing, private health discounts
  • Gym/Health incentive + On site Physio + On site EAP

Who we are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. Our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

Background checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Inclusion and Diversity
At Dawson Mine, we embrace change and promote an inclusive and diverse environment where you can bring your whole self to work, every day. We are adopting new approaches to recruitment, talent development, mentoring, parental leave, and flexible working to further support diversity across our business.

How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

REF72354V

CLOSING DATE 
06 August 2025

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

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