Mine Geologist

About the Company

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Our Cadia Valley Operation in New South Wales is situated about 25 kilometers from Orange and 250 kilometers west of Sydney. Cadia produces gold doré bars from a gravity circuit and gold-rich copper concentrates from a flotation circuit. The operation includes the Cadia East Mine which is globally renowned for its use of block caving, a large-scale underground mining method.

We acknowledge the Wiradjuri people, traditional custodians of the land surrounding Cadia, and proudly run an Indigenous Buddy Program to enrich the workplace experience our Indigenous employees. As a residential (drive-in / drive-out) mine, Cadia values community deeply, offering both financial and in-kind support to organizations across Blayney, Cabonne, and Orange townships. The Orange region is often referred to as the gateway to Country New South Wales with acclaimed wineries, fine dining, annual festivals and charming heritage villages making for an unparalleled work-life balance.

About the Role

Reporting to the Supervisor Geology, the Mine Geologist (12‑month fixed term) will provide essential geological expertise to support production, development mining, and drilling operations at Newmont Cadia.

The Mine Geologist will uphold an absolute commitment to safety by actively supporting the Safety Management System, fostering an Always Safe work culture, and consistently applying site standards, procedures, and policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Underground geological mapping, including 3D photogrammetry techniques
• Updating 3D dimensional structural and lithological interpretations.
• Deliver robust, well scoped and risk assessed grade forecasts and stockpile strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Maximise value at Cadia by tracking grade variance to forecast, and investigating and closing out anomalies in a timely manner.
• Contributing to the reconciliation process, including reporting and investigation, ensuring the on-time release of concise monthly reconciliation reporting data.
• Administration and supervision of drilling programs.
• Providing accurate and timely geological information as required by the broader technical services team.
• Uphold an absolute commitment to safety by actively supporting the Safety Management System
• Fostering an Always Safe work culture
• Consistently applying site standards, procedures, and policies

About You / Requirements

• A relevant degree or tertiary qualification in Geology or Earth Science
• Experience in underground mapping, grade control and reconciliation.
• Experience with geological interpretation and generation of geological models.
• Experience with drill hole design and contractor supervision
• Competency in geological or mine planning software packages; experience using Leapfrog, Point Studio and Deswik is desirable

Qualifications & Certifications

• Open Manual Australian driver's licence

What s On Offer / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible packaging options
• Programs that recognize those who go above and beyond

How to Apply

• Please note this is a residential role based in Orange, NSW, offered on a 5/2 roster or a 9‑day fortnight. The successful applicant must hold valid Australian working rights. Local suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!