Mine Geologist

About Foxleigh Mine

Foxleigh Mine is located in Queensland’s Bowen Basin coalfield, 12km south of Middlemount and 272km northwest of Rockhampton. The mine was established in 1999 as an open cut operation producing benchmark quality, LV PCI coal for the export market.

About the Role

Join the Foxleigh Mine Geology team as we continue to grow! We’re seeking motivated Mine Geologists who are eager to expand their operational and technical capabilities within one of the most geologically complex deposits in the Australian coal industry. Reporting directly to the Technical Services Superintendent, you will play a key role in supporting safe, efficient, and well-informed mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

In-Pit Geological Control & Communication

• Complete daily coal face inspections to verify geology, identify variations, and support the mining plan.
• Communicate real-time geological information to Coaling Operators and production teams.
• Highlight upcoming geological challenges—faults, splits, washouts, thinning, intrusions, trenching, and oxidation limits—to ensure proactive decision‑making.

Coaling Planning & Documentation

• Prepare and distribute blast‑by‑blast coaling plans with accurate and current geological data, including flitch tonnage estimates.
• Support the effective execution of coaling plans, adjusting guidance as conditions change.
• Maintain clear and accurate records of mined areas, observations, and reconciliation data.

Stockpile Management & Forecasting

• Monitor ROM and ex‑pit stockpiles, ensuring accurate tonnage and quality tracking.
• Provide reliable daily and short‑term stockpile forecasts to support processing and market requirements.

  Geotechnical Delegation & Slope Management

  • Report geotechnical hazards immediately to the Technical Services Superintendent and Geotechnical Engineer.
  • Communicate geotechnical recommendations and TARP levels to operations and ensure compliance.
  • Maintain Slope Stability Radars (SSR) and ensure geotechnical trigger actions are implemented promptly.

  About You

  A successful candidate will possess the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in a coal mining environment, preferably with direct exposure to in‑pit through‑seam coaling, production support, and familiarity with basic geotechnical principles.

  What Foxleigh Mine can offer you

  • 8/6 lifestyle roster offering excellent work–life balance.
  • Accommodation provided.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.

  Foxleigh Mine is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to all forms of workforce inclusion. We actively invite and encourage applications by candidates from diverse backgrounds.