Underground Mine Geologist

Discover a Brighter Future

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT Hermosa

Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals—manganese and zinc—as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• When you choose to contribute more into your retirement savings, South32 will match it up to a certain percentage.
• South32 provides you with 4 weeks paid time off.
• 12 weeks full-paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks full-paid parental leave for secondary carers.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a (Permanent) position from (Patagonia, Az)

As the (Underground Mine Geologist ), you will be responsible in assisting in the acquisition of quality geological data to support the Hermosa Project. Duties include, but not limited to, supporting the development of best practices for underground Geology functions, underground mapping, sampling and material routing, geological and geotechnical core logging.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to: 

• Drive zero harm workplace through visible felt leadership, stop work authority, and other safety programs in place.
• Geological mapping and sampling of active mining areas.
• Compile mapping and assay information in 3-D software and correlate it with existing models.
• Support accurate routing of mined material based upon mapping, assaying, and pXRF analyses.
• Geological and geotechnical logging of diamond drill core.
• Support accurate and consistent sample collection and QAQC initiatives.
• Support communication and integration of Geologic data across all technical services functions.
• Support training of Junior Geologists.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field
• 2-5 years previous mining experience with minimum 1 year of relevant underground experience required
• Excellent safety record required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite programs required.
• Familiarity with Leapfrog, Deswik, Vulcan, AcQuire software preferred.
• Ability to work within a team environment and possess effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required.
• Familiarity with logging diamond drill core preferred.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.