Principal Resource Geologist

About Murrin Murrin Operations

Murrin Murrin Operations, located in the northern Goldfields of Western Australia, is Australia's largest cobalt producer and a significant global nickel producer. The site integrates mining and processing operations for nickel and cobalt with a workforce exceeding 1,000 employees. It is fully owned by Glencore, a top diversified global natural resources company operating over 150 mining and processing sites across 35 countries, employing more than 145,000 people worldwide.

Role Overview

The Principal Resource Geologist will join a dedicated team providing strong technical leadership in geological and resource estimation activities. The position involves maintaining and enhancing geological databases, models, and methodologies while steering long-term geological strategies to support life-of-mine planning and resource expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Mineral Resource estimation, geological modeling, and resource classification efforts
• Ensure the integrity and governance of geological data and continuous improvement of estimation practices
• Develop long-range geological strategies aligned with life-of-mine and resource growth objectives
• Serve as the technical expert for geological intellectual property and specialist nickel laterite knowledge at Murrin Murrin
• Build team capability through mentoring, coaching, and technical knowledge sharing
• Manage the Resource Geology team to deliver timely, high-quality geological results
• Ensure compliance with JORC Code standards and industry best practices
• Drive advancements in geological systems, methodologies, and software applications
• Provide technical guidance to senior management regarding mineral resources, geological risks, and business opportunities
• Maintain departmental procedures, standards, and governance documents

Candidate Profile

• Degree in Geological Sciences or equivalent, with eligibility for professional institute membership and a current Western Australia C Class Driver's Licence
• Desirable postgraduate qualifications, Exploration Manager statutory qualification, and Competent Person status under the JORC Code
• Extensive experience in Resource Geology within large-scale mining settings including resource estimation, classification, and reporting
• Strong expertise in laterite nickel or comparable complex ore bodies, geostatistics, geological modeling, and estimation techniques
• Comprehensive understanding of the JORC Code, mine planning, and operational geology
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and leading technical geology teams
• Advanced skills in geological modeling, geostatistical multivariate estimation, and geological database management
• Experienced in estimation domain development, geostatistical analysis, variography, resource modeling, and model reconciliation
• Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation abilities with stakeholder influence and continuous improvement focus

Benefits and Offerings

• Permanent employment opportunity within Murrin Murrin Operations
• Work with a leading company in nickel mining and processing
• An environment committed to high safety standards
• Access to comprehensive health and lifestyle benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program
• A positive team culture with recognition and reward systems
• Variable compensation linked to personal and company performance
• Access to extensive cycling and running tracks, on-site premium gym facilities, and weekly fitness and sports programs
• Generous 15% superannuation contribution above industry standards
• Allowance for private health insurance
• Ongoing training and development programs to enhance technical and leadership capabilities
• Ability to salary sacrifice expenses such as flights, parking, superannuation, and novated leasing