Senior Geochemist

Key Responsibilities

• To assist the Geochemistry team in undertaking Acid Rock Drainage and Metal Leaching (ARDML) assessments of mine sites;
• To assist with analysis of large Geochemical datasets and critical interpretation of geochemical data pertaining to mining environments;
• To assist with mine site water quality predictions using geochemical software;
• To undertake geochemical/environmental fieldwork and be involved in the collection of rock, soil and water samples;
• To produce high quality technical reports, which effectively communicate detailed geochemical information to non-specialists;
• To undertake administrative tasks including the organization of project meetings and documentation and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting; and
• You may be asked to perform other duties occasionally which are not included above, but which will be consistent with the role.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A good understanding of geochemistry, geology and mineralogy
• A degree specializing in geology or geochemistry, preferably with a higher degree involving significant aspects of environmental geochemistry and/or hydrogeochemistry
• Experience in the analysis of large geochemical datasets, including quality control, data interpretation and reporting
• General knowledge of mining-related environmental issues and regulations and policies
• Experience using geochemical modeling software packages such as PHREEQC, MINTEQ and Geochemist`s Workbench;
• Proficiency in Microsoft office applications including Word and PowerPoint, with specific expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel;
• Ability to demonstrate excellent attention to detail and critical analysis skills
• Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to provide verbal presentations and written reports;
• Proven ability to work independently and generate, implement and complete multiple work assignments in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel and undertake fieldwork
• Severalyears of experience in applied geochemical modeling