Lead the resource geology function at a substantial operating gold mine. The role will ensure geological models, Mineral Resource estimates and supporting technical information remain accurate, current and suitable for operational planning.

The successful person will provide technical direction to the site geology team while improving resource conversion, reconciliation and longer term geological confidence.

Company

An established international gold producer operating a large scale African mine with both surface and underground mining activities. The operation has a significant resource base and an active programme focused on reserve replacement, resource conversion and mine life extension.

Accountabilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of geological and Mineral Resource models.
• Oversee Mineral Resource estimation, classification, reporting and technical documentation.
• Ensure models are updated using drilling, sampling, mapping and operational information.
• Provide geological input into annual plans, budgets, forecasts and life of mine evaluations.
• Monitor reconciliation between resource estimates, mine plans, grade control and production results.
• Investigate material reconciliation variances and recommend corrective action.
• Lead technical reviews, geological audits and resource governance processes.
• Identify areas of geological uncertainty and establish plans to reduce risk.
• Recognise opportunities for resource growth, conversion and improved value.
• Review drilling priorities, sampling practices and assay quality.
• Maintain appropriate standards across geological databases and data management.
• Work closely with exploration, mine geology, planning, geotechnical and operational teams.
• Provide technical leadership and practical support to site geologists.
• Mentor national employees and strengthen succession planning within the geology function.

Qualifications

• Degree in geology, earth sciences or a related discipline.
• Significant resource geology experience within an operating mine.
• Strong geological modelling and Mineral Resource estimation capability.
• Previous experience leading or supervising a site resource geology team.
• Experience working with complex gold deposits and active mining operations.
• Strong understanding of reconciliation, geological data quality and resource governance.
• Experience supporting mine planning, technical studies and life of mine processes.
• Competency with recognised modelling and estimation software.
• Ability to communicate geological risks and recommendations clearly to operational leadership.
• International or African mining experience would be beneficial.