Mine Geologist

Who are we?

Liontown Resources (ASX: LTR) is an ASX 100 company with a focus on battery minerals. We aim to be an ESG leader in the resources sector and a globally significant provider of battery minerals for the rapidly growing clean energy market. We will do this by finding, developing and supplying the battery minerals required by the rapidly growing electric vehicle and energy storage industries.

We control two major lithium deposits in Western Australia and have ambition to grow our portfolio through downstream expansion and exploration acquisitions

Our Kathleen Valley Lithium Project in Western Australia is a Tier-1 battery metals asset with grade and scale. It is one of the largest and highest-grade hard rock lithium deposits in the world and is at the forefront of Liontown's low-carbon future. It is one of the few lithium projects globally in construction today with first production targeted for mid-2024.

About the role

Liontown Resources seeks a skilled and passionate Geologist to join our team for an 8|6 swing at Kathleen Valley! Reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, you will become a crucial member of this highly knowledgeable team.

As a Mine Geologist at Liontown Resources, you'll be diving into exciting projects and utilising your expertise in various essential tasks:

• Undertake production duties to facilitate the optimal production and extraction of lithium from open-pit and underground mining operations.
• Interaction with the mining team & contractors to ensure the accurate sampling, interpretation, communication, and documentation of geological and mining data.
• Undertake project work as defined by the Senior Mine Geologist to enable the geology team to expand the understanding of ore bodies and their processing characteristics.
• Ensure that daily ore production data is accurately reported on time.
• Assist in weekly production planning.
• Ensure that open pit mapping is accurate and up to date.
• Supervise OP grade control drilling and assist Pit-Technicians when required with hole delineation and sample collection.
• Ensure proper and accurate creation of ore blocks before blasting and demarcation of ore after blasting.
• Liaise with Engineers and Blast Supervisors to determine optimal blasting direction to minimise ore dilution.
• Developing and implementing grade control drilling programs, including management of drilling contractors and subcontractors
• Maintain and improve the geological understanding of the deposit through sampling, mapping and structural 3D modelling.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to geology technicians
• Conduct geological mapping of the ore body in order to facilitate mine planning.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of Geology information; drill hole database, production database, drill cuttings and core samples, stockpile reports and weekly reports.
• Maintain close woing relationships with the Metallurgical team to understand how ore is presented to the plant and ensure maximum metal recovery.
• Sampling activities to facilitate geological processes.

About you

At the core of our operations are people. We invite you to collaborate with us, share your ideas, and challenge the norms with confidence. To be considered, we seek individuals who possess:

• A BSc in Geology or higher-level qualifications
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Demonstrated dedication to safety, quality, and teamwork
• Proficiency in software applications, including MS Suite, and desirable but not essential: mining-specific software such as Datamine, Leapfrog, & Datashed.
• A valid manual Western Australian 'C' class driver's license
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance and pass a medical.
• Existing and ongoing permanent work rights in Australia

If you're passionate about geology and have a drive for excellence, Liontown Resources welcomes you to join our team. This is an opportunity to contribute your skills, learn, and grow in a supportive and innovative company.

Take the chance to be part of groundbreaking exploration at Kathleen Valley. Apply now and become an integral part of Liontown Resources' journey towards geological excellence!