An outstanding opportunity exists for a Project Geophysicist to join the Rio Tinto Exploration Team based at the headquarters in London.
The role involves giving high quality geophysical support to a variety of exploration projects throughout Africa and Eurasia. The incumbent will be expected to provide high quality input to multi-commodity programmes ranging from area selection to resource delineation. The role will require the ability to work within the project teams and to become an integral part of the exploration process. The role will also be expected to participate in the Global geophysical team and to contribute to the sharing of best practice within the Rio Tinto Group.
Qualifications:
Masters (geology or related)
Experience:
7 years +
Languages:
French : Speak Fluently English : Speak / Write Fluently
Job-Type:
open-ended
Remuneration:
unspecified
Permit Type:
EU National
Region:
London
· Tertiary degree in geology or related field (with honours) · Broad knowledge of mineral deposits within several commodities · Practical experience in mineral exploration techniques for a variety of commodity styles · Sound understanding of theoretical concepts and principles · Proven experience of involvement in complex exploration projects · Fluent English and preferably French
Rio Tinto is a leading international mining group, combining Rio Tinto plc, a London listed public company headquartered in the UK, and Rio Tinto Limited, which is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, with executive offices in Melbourne.