Mining / Pit Geologist or Mining Engineer

Mining / Pit Geologist or Mining Engineer

Huntore Australia Pty Ltd | Far North Queensland

Huntore Australia is a growing mining and exploration company operating in Far North Queensland. With an expanding portfolio of mining and exploration projects, we are looking for a Mining/Pit Geologist or Mining Engineer to join our team and play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our open-cut mining activities.

This is a hands-on operational position suited to someone who enjoys working in the field.

The Role

Working closely with the Geology and Mining teams, you will be responsible for supporting safe and efficient open-cut mining operations, with a particular focus on grade control, pit mapping, ore/waste definition and mine surveying.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Open-cut grade control and ore/waste identification
• Grade control drilling, sampling, logging and interpretation
• Face and pit mapping
• Orebody interpretation and geological modelling
• Monitoring mining against geological models and mine plans
• Ore mark-up and dig-line control
• Sampling and QA/QC management
• Mine surveying and pickup of mining faces, stockpiles and working areas
• Supporting reconciliation of mined tonnes and grades
• Stockpile management and grade reconciliation
• Assisting with short-term mine planning and scheduling
• Monitoring dilution, ore loss and mining performance
• Working closely with mining contractors and operators to ensure ore is mined and processed as intended
• Maintaining accurate geological, surveying and production records
• Contributing to continuous improvement of Huntore's mining and grade control systems
• Ensuring all work is undertaken in accordance with Huntore's safety and environmental requirements

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, adaptable and comfortable working in an operating mine environment. Ideally local DIDO.

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Geology, Mining Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in open-cut mining, grade control or mine geology
• Experience with mine surveying or a willingness to develop these skills
• Strong understanding of ore/waste definition and grade control processes
• Good computer skills and experience with geological or mining software
• Strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem solving
• The ability to work independently and make decisions in the field
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with mining contractors and operational teams
• A current Australian driver's licence

Experience with tin or other hard-rock deposits would be highly regarded, but is not essential.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work across Huntore's growing mining portfolio in Far North Queensland
• A genuinely hands-on operational role with significant responsibility
• The opportunity to work closely with experienced geology, mining and processing teams
• Exposure to both mining and exploration activities
• A dynamic and growing company where your contribution will have a direct impact on operations
• Competitive remuneration based on experience
• DIDO and accommodation arrangements to be discussed with the successful candidate

The Location

Huntore's operations are based in the Mt Garnet, Far North Queensland, approximately 2.5 hours from Cairns.