Senior Resource Development Geologist - Tritton Operations

About the Company

Tritton Operations Tritton Copper Operations is a long-life copper mine located near the towns of Nyngan and Cobar in central New South Wales. Commencing production in 2005, Tritton is 100% owned and operated by Aeris Resources and forms the cornerstone of our copper production.

Tritton mines from multiple sources and as we look to bring more mines into production, we are transitioning to a ‘hub-and-spoke’ model where ore is transported to our centralised mill for processing.

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The Company

Aeris Resources is an ASX listed, mid-tier base and precious metals producer.

Our copper-dominant portfolio is made up of two operating mines, a mine on care and maintenance, two advanced development projects and a highly prospective exploration portfolio.

We are producing, exploring, growing.

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About the Role

We’ve got the rocks covered but we’re looking for one more incredible person to join the team based at our Tritton Operation as a Senior Resource Development Geologist.

The Nitty Gritty Aeris Resources is investing significantly in exploration to unlock further value at our Tritton Copper Operations following the discovery of the Constellation Cu-Au-Ag deposit.

We are currently searching for a Senior Resource Development Geologist/Senior Project Geologist to support the Exploration team at Tritton. You will be working on an 8/6 roster with the benefit of being guided by an experienced management team, while growing your career on exciting projects in a booming commodity.

You will work closely with other departments, including mine operations and technical services, as well as external stakeholders, under the direction of the Resource Development Superintendent. You will be responsible for guiding the day-to-day functions of the Resource Development Geological team.

You will play a key role in developing and improving the geological understanding of complex mineral deposits, such that they can be handed over to the mine geology or project technical team for development.

What you Bring

• Hard‑rock geological experience.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Geology.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management, including the safe execution of drilling, sampling and resource development programs.
• Strong structural geology skills, including the ability to record and interpret features of poly-deformed rock packages hosting massive sulphide mineral systems.
• People leadership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to guide contractors and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Outstanding communication skills—verbal, written, interpersonal, negotiation and influencing.
• Self‑direction, initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Please address all the selection criteria in your application.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary Package: with Short Term Incentive Program.
• Leave policies for everybody: Our teams have options to swap public holidays, purchase additional leave, take career breaks and more.
• Parental leave for all types of families: Our paid parental leave is available to all part-time and full-time Aeris employees who have become parents through birth, surrogacy or adoption – and it can be shared between both parents, regardless of gender.
• Serious support for mental health: All Aeris employees and their families have access to free and confidential counselling services via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Partners that give you more: Our teams have discounts and benefits with private health insurance, salary packaging options, travel services and more.
• A stellar safety record: We work safely and make sure our workmates do the same.We are always looking for better ways to improve physical and psychosocial safety for our people.
• Respect for you (the real you!): Our Workplace of Respect Policy is more than words on a page.We respect and care for one another, and step in and speak up for our teammates.

Checks and balances

Please note that as part of the recruitment process, you may be subject to a pre-employment medical and police check, in order to be considered for this role. Only applicants with valid Australian working rights will be considered.