Principal Geologist, Mine-to-Mill Reconciliation

Mine-to-Mill Reconciliation Framework

• Define and implement standardized reconciliation workflows from resource model grade control mined material stockpiles plant feed recovery.
• Establish consistent reconciliation KPIs, definitions, and reporting cycles across sites.
• Ensure reconciliation results are timely, reliable, and actionable.

Root Cause Analysis & Value Protection

• Lead investigation of reconciliation variances (grade, tonnes, recovery).
• Identify root causes related to dilution, ore loss, sampling, modeling assumptions, and operational practices.
• Translate reconciliation outcomes into clear improvement actions for geology, mining, and processing teams.

Internalization of Technical Capability

• Reduce reliance on external consultants by delivering in-house mine to mill and optimization work.
• Act as the internal technical authority for reconciliation related matters, peer-reviewing both internal and externally generated work.

Operational Integration

• Work closely with geology operations, mine planning, and processing teams to align assumptions and execution.
• Support blending strategies by linking ore sources, ore types, and metallurgical performance.
• Act as the technical bridge between site operations and corporate planning.

Governance, Assurance & Reporting

• Ensure reconciliation processes are auditable, documented, and consistently applied.
• Support internal reviews, management reporting, and external audits.
• Provide expert input into life-of-mine planning, forecasts, and performance reviews.

Capability Building & Standardization

• Develop reconciliation guidelines, procedures, and training material.
• Coach site teams to improve understanding of reconciliation drivers and data interpretation.
• Reduce reliance on external consultants by building sustainable internal expertise

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Minimum Qualifications:
 Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, Geology, Metallurgy, or related discipline.
 Postgraduate qualifications in mining, metallurgy, or data analytics are advantageous.
 Experience with resource governance frameworks, audit processes, and database systems (Acquire preferred).
 Recognized as (or eligible to be) Competent Person under JORC/CRIRSCO.
Minimum Experience:
 10+ years’ experience in mine-to-mill reconciliation, grade control, or operational performance analysis.
 Strong exposure to gold operations, preferably including complex blending and refractory ore processing.
 Proven experience working across geology, mining, and processing functions.
 Experience reviewing or supporting consultant-led reconciliation studies is desirable.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Deep understanding of dilution, ore loss, stockpile behavior, and recovery drivers.
• Ability to translate technical findings into operational actions.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and operational stakeholders.