Senior Specialist Resource Geologist

Senior Specialist Resource Geologist

• A unique opportunity to contribute to the development of Rio Tinto’s world class Simandou Iron Ore Project
• Great opportunity to work for a global company at the forefront of mining
• Role based in London, United Kingdom, with regular travel to Guinea expected

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Senior Specialist Resource Geologist who will work with the London and Site teams to develop and evaluate data and resource models for the Simandou Project. The Senior Specialist Geologist will do this by effective coordination with the team’s technical resources to ensure effective and fit for purpose data collection that is compliant with both technical and safety standards from a internal and compliance reporting perspective. 

This is a great opportunity for an individual with strong analytical skills, experience in resource modelling and geostatistics to help shape the development of a world class greenfield project.

As well as demonstrated leadership ability, effective collaboration and interpersonal skills. Reporting to the Geology Manager you will:

• Analyse, validate and interpret geological datasets from site drilling and mapping programs
• Validate and interrogate all ore body data including but not limited to assay, logging, geophysical, structural and mineralogical data.
• Review and support development of QAQC standards for geological data collection, analysis and interpretation
• Lead in the development and interpretation and estimation of 3D resource models
• Work and support peers and consultants with geological modelling, geostatistics, grade estimation
• Assist with program planning of drilling and field mapping campaigns
• Liaise with team members and stakeholders on drilling and evaluation priorities
• Support and act as internal peer review for the other geological teams, to inform good practice in system and process development (Mine Geology and Resource Evaluation)
• Provide safety leadership in promoting a safe and environmentally responsible working ethic, leading to an incident free workplace

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Geology with at least 5 years practical experience in resource modelling and estimation preferably iron ore or bulk commodities.
• Experience in operational mining environments e.g. Mine geology & reconciliation, considered advantageous.
• Experience in resource modelling and relevant software packages is essential (preferably Vulcan, LeapFrog, ArcMap, Supervisor, ISATIS and acQuire)
• An understanding of the relevant exploration and evaluation techniques
• Time management, planning and prioritising skills
• High level of computer literacy
• Exposure to mine safety systems
• Capability in French and English language (written and or spoken) is considered advantageous
• International or African experience will be an asset

What we offer

Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A competitive salary package with annual cash incentive awards for eligible employees
• Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions
• Access top tier family-friendly health and medical programs and pension plan
• Wellbeing benefits
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matter
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

Where you’ll be working

Rio Tinto’s global headquarters is situated in St. James’s Square, in the City of Westminster, London, on the edge of the West End, and is the site of the group’s original head office. Located over several floors, the office is truly a global hub for the business and is the base for many members of the Executive Committee. As such, the grade II listed office reflects the vibrancy of the location, although it also overlooks the tranquillity of the only garden square in the district and is a short walk from Green Park and Piccadilly underground stations.

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.