Geophysicist
Looking for a new challenge? Do you want to join a successful, Australian owned mining company? Are you passionate about exploration and discovery?
Summary about this job
Mining - Exploration & Geoscience
Company: Independence Group NL
Location: Perth
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-2-8393-7175
Fax: +61-7-3056-3564
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Detail information about job Geophysicist. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Newly created role where you can make a difference
- Positive, supportive, experienced and fun team
- Great office location with opportunity to spend time in the field
With a current tenement holding of 14,800 square kilometres within the Albany Fraser Range and one of the largest Airborne EM programs that Western Australia has seen to date, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Geophysicist to join our in-house geological team of industry specialists that changes the face of exploration in Western Australia.
The successful candidate will assist in the planning, implementing and interpretation of geophysical programs in support of both near mine and regional exploration programs, maximising the chance of discovery. Reporting to the Chief Geophysicist, this is a Perth based role working on a 5:2 roster with time in the field as and when required.
Key accountabilities for this role include:
- Provide geophysical expertise and services to exploration team and operations as required;
- Ensure geophysical crews are adequately trained and data is collected to the highest possible standard;
- Supervision of field staff, contractors and equipment;
- Ensure all field operations are conducted within IGO’s safety and environmental guidelines;
- Interpretation of results from geophysical programs;
- Confirm the most efficient geophysical technique is selected and field programs are planned and implemented in an efficient manner;
- Field work as required including geophysical surveys;
- Respect and work with Traditional Land Owners; and
- Drive continuous improvement of systems and processes to ensure IGO maintains industry best practice.
To be successful in this role, you will require:
- Geophysics degree;
- Significant industry experience in a similar role or equivalent;
- Passionate about mineral exploration and ore deposit discovery;
- Thorough understanding of geological processes and demonstrated knowledge in mineral systems including base and precious metals;
- Highly competent written and verbal communication skills;
- Familiar with operating geophysical equipment including TEM and downhole TEM systems, desirable;
- Navigation skills, including map and GPS experience;
- Experience with Geosoft Oasis Montaj, Maxwell, Encom PA, MapInfo and QGIS software, desirable;
- Valid ‘C’ class manual drivers licence, essential;
- Current First Aid certificate, essential;
- National Police Clearance obtained within the last three months, essential; and
- Safety focused with the willingness to support our company values.