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Whitehaven Coal is proud to be the leading Australian ASX-listed producer of premium-quality coal. We currently operate four mines in NSW and we’re excited to grow our QLD operations via the announced acquisition of 100% of BMA’s Daunia and Blackwater coal mines in the Bowen Basin.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About Blackwater Mine:

Blackwater Mine is a high performing operation in Queensland's Bowen Basin, producing metallurgical coal for global export. The mine located to the south of Blackwater township in Central Qld is an open cut metallurgical coal mine with significant coal resource and more than 20 years of mineable reserve. Since beginning in 1967 the mine has grown to become one of the largest coal mines in the Bowen Basin, and with a strike length of 80 km is well established as one of the largest dragline strip mines in the world.

What truly sets Blackwater apart is its people. We're proud to foster a supportive, collaborative culture that values everyone's contributions, encourages personal growth, and focuses on safety. At Blackwater Mine, our team doesn't just work together, they build each other up, creating an environment where skills, ideas, and passion for the work we do thrives.

About The Role:

We're seeking an experienced Geologist to join the Blackwater Technical Services team and play a key role in supporting all geological aspects of site operations. In this site-based role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality technical support, engaging with key stakeholders, and contributing to site outcomes that ensure compliance while driving safety, productivity and commercial performance.

This position operates on an 8 days on / 6 days off dayshift roster.

What You'll Do:

• Lead pit inspections and geological signoffs (Top and Floor of Coal), ensuring compliance with operational standards and delivering accurate geological reporting to drive effective coal recovery and reconciliation.
• Oversee highwall mapping and structural data collection, providing critical geological insights to inform short- and medium-term mine planning.
• Drive the development and validation of short-term geological models, minimising coal loss and dilution through robust modelling practices and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide strategic geological input into concept and mine design planning, collaborating cross-functionally at least six months in advance of mining activities.
• Support daily mine operations and project teams with geological expertise, data collection, and reconciliation reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement of geological processes and procedures, with a strong focus on health, safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable development.

What You'll Bring:

• A Tertiary qualification in Geoscience or a related field.
• Previous experience as a Mine Geologist in an open-cut coal mining environment.
• High level of proficiency with Maptek Vulcan is required.
• Exposure to Maptek PointStudio, Plexer, and ArcGIS is desirable.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Full Relocation Packages | 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
• $4k for successful employee referrals
• Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative
• Salary Sacrifice Opportunities

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment

Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

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