Open Pit Geologist

Open Pit Senior Geologist | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Permanent Full-time

About Catalyst Metals Limited

Catalyst Metals Limited (ASX: CYL) is an Australian gold mining and development company focused on creating long-term value through sustainable growth.

Our flagship asset, the Plutonic Gold Belt in Central Western Australia, currently produces approximately 85koz of gold annually and is positioned for significant growth over the coming years. Through resource expansion, mine development and operational optimisation, we're building a long-term future across multiple mining centres feeding a central processing hub.

This is an opportunity to join a business where your expertise will have a tangible impact on operational outcomes and future growth.

The Role

At Catalyst Metals, we're entering an exciting phase of growth. With three new mining projects planned across the 40km Plutonic Gold Belt and a strategy focused on expanding production through our existing processing infrastructure, this is a unique opportunity to influence the future direction of a growing multi-mine operation.

The Open Pit Senior Geologist will lead and oversee all geological functions relating to open pit mining operations. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely grade control, geological modelling, reconciliation and resource development activities while providing strong leadership to the geology team.

Working closely with Mining, Planning, Metallurgy and Processing teams, you will play a key role in maximising ore recovery, supporting operational decision-making and ensuring geological standards are maintained across the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead grade control activities across open pit mining operations
• Develop, maintain and optimise geological and grade control block models
• Manage drill planning, scheduling, data collection, interpretation and QAQC processes
• Complete geological mapping and orebody interpretation for active mining areas
• Monitor and deliver daily, monthly, quarterly and biannual reconciliation reporting
• Collaborate with Mine Planning to support mine design, scheduling and production outcomes
• Liaise with Processing and Metallurgy teams to optimise mine-to-mill performance
• Mentor, coach and develop geology team members while promoting technical excellence
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across geological processes and systems
• Manage geology consumables and departmental costs in line with operational budgets