Nick Poznik
About Nick Poznik
Nick Poznik is a Senior Mine Geologist currently working at Glencore in Queensland, Australia. He has extensive experience in the mining sector, having held various geological roles at companies such as Northern Star Resources, BHP, and MMG Limited.
Work at Glencore
Nick Poznik has been employed at Glencore as a Senior Mine Geologist since 2021. He works at the George Fisher site located in Queensland, Australia. In this role, he applies his expertise in geological observation and 3D interpretation to address complex ore geometries. His focus is on linking geological observations to the mine plan, which aids in unlocking resource value.
Previous Experience in Mining Geology
Prior to his current position, Poznik held various roles in the mining sector. He worked as a Resource Geologist at Northern Star Resources Limited for eight months in 2020-2021 at the Kanowna Belle site in Western Australia. He also served as a Mine Area Geologist at BHP from 2014 to 2018 for four years at Olympic Dam, South Australia. His other roles include being a Graduate Geologist at MMG Limited from 2010 to 2012 and a Mine Geologist at MMG Limited in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Nick Poznik earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Geoscience from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), completing his studies from 2007 to 2010. His academic background supports his specialization in economic geology, particularly its application within mining operations. He is skilled in using iterative geological observation and 3D interpretation techniques to enhance mining outcomes.
Background in Geology
Poznik has a diverse background in geology, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. His experience includes a role as Superintendent Geology at BHP in 2018 and as a Contract Senior Engineering Geologist at Grange Resources in 2019. He also served as Geology Superintendent at Heron Resources Limited from 2019 to 2020. His career spans several significant mining locations in Australia, including Tasmania and New South Wales.
Focus on High-Grade Ore Discovery
Nick Poznik is passionate about influencing mining outcomes through the discovery, delineation, and de-risking of high-grade ore tonnes. His work emphasizes the importance of geological insights in enhancing resource extraction and operational efficiency. He aims to integrate geological data with mining strategies to optimize the value derived from mineral resources.