Pit Geologist

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CORONADO GLOBAL RESOURCES is one of the world’s largest producers of high-quality metallurgical coal. Through our market-leading technology and processes, we operate some of the safest, cleanest and lowest-cost mines in the industry. Our operations are located in two of the largest and most productive metallurgical coal basins in the world, the Bowen Basin in Queensland, Australia and the Central Appalachian region of the US, servicing customers throughout the Asia-Pacific, Americas and Europe.

Curragh Mine, location in the township of Blackwater, is one of the largest open-cut coal mines in the Queensland Bowen Basin. Curragh produces more than 12 million tonnes of coal per year with a mining fleet which includes 4 large draglines. Coal is mined from two mining areas and washed through two large plants with a number of different metallurgical products produced.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Pit Geologist to be based at our Curragh Mine. This permanent role reports to the Senior Geologist, and works an 8/6 roster.

You will work to optimise operational performance through provision of best practice geological, geotechnical and coal quality information to internal stakeholders to aid in optimal safety, coal recovery and quality. An effective communicator with a strong production focus, you will have the skills and drive to actively support the geology function on site.

Some of your responsibilities may include:

• Identifying coal loss / dilution in combination with Survey data and quantify this information.


• Actively participating in risk assessments and drafting of JSA’s to ensure workers are aware of the geotechnical hazards in line with the PHMP.


• Engaging with Curragh and Contract Operations regularly to ensure compliance to dig design and minimise coal loss / dilution.


• Liaising with and provide geological / geotechnical information to stakeholders to assist with the design process.


• Completing the weekly Geotechnical Report, ensuring currency of information and send email notification to site.


• Assisting in creation of short term grids for design process, accurate coal loss / dilution measurements and for coal mining reconciliation purposes

About you:

• Tertiary qualifications in Geology/Geoscience;


• Previous 4+ years experience in a similar Pit Geologist role;


• Extensive modelling experience.


• Experience with mining software packages such as Vulcan, ISite, Geobank and GeologyCore;


• Problem solving and strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement;

What we offer

With a short 15-minute drive to work every day and 2.5 hours from the Capricorn Coast, there are not many mine sites that can boast a quicker daily commute, or the ability to reside on the coast spending work time in company accommodation and days off on the beach.

If your preference is to live outside of Central Queensland, the company will fund flights between Brisbane and Emerald, along with car hire to get to and from Emerald airport the mine. Not only an enviable location, Curragh offers industry competitive remuneration packages, growth opportunities and a variety of subsidised accommodation options.

You’ll have access to excellent training and development alongside a dedicated group of people who’ll support you every step of the way.

Join a unique workplace that allows you to get involved, share your experiences, and leave a mark in a way that isn’t possible elsewhere.

Coronado Curragh values collaboration , taking accountability, respect for each other and striving for excellence in all that we do. We are an inclusive employer who values and responds to innovation and we encourage and recognise employee contributions and ideas. We reward our people’s effort and performance.

Have you got what it takes?

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