Project Geologist

FIFO WA 12:9 or 2:1 rotation
Excellent salary and benefits (including annual bonus).
Great opportunity to take your career to the next step.
 
TRS are working with an emerging WA iron ore producer. Due to the planned major expansion of one of their mines in mid west WA they are now looking to expand their team.
 
Reporting to the Senior Exploration Geologist this role will require you to conduct daily planning and implementation of the company's exploration strategy including collection and supervising of staff and the collection of field data, planning and implementation of sampling and drilling programmes.
  
The key elements of this position include:

• Planning and supervision of drilling programs Planning of exploration programmes including logistics and drill hole positioning
• Supervision of younger geologists and  field assistants
• Surface mapping, sampling and surveys
• Validation and interpretation of data
• Sectional interpretation
• RC, diamond and geotechnical drilling
• Supervision of earth moving equipment
• Maintain a close relationship with the mine geology group
• Participation and input into geological modelling

The successful candidate will meet the following key criteria

• Approximately 3 - 5   years experience in exploration and  geology
• Experience working with RC and diamond drilling
• Mentoring of younger geology personnel
• 4WD driving on hill terrain
• Tertiary degree in geology or a related discipline
• Mine Health Surveillance card
• FIFO to mine site with either a 12/9  or a 2/1 roster