This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct mining geology operations. The unit covers analysing organisational priorities and specifications to identify projects; and planning projects to identify and document factors, such as objectives, deliverables, risks, constraints and equipment requirements, in order to comply with regulations and legislation applicable to the mining industry. The unit also covers analysing mining geology to assess and recognise geological aspects of possible ore deposits, rock types and structures, and levels of rock stability and ground support; using surveying techniques to take measurements and reduce and manipulate spatial data to assist in analysing the geology of the mining operation. The unit requires the ability to implement project management activities relating to scheduling, measuring, recording, monitoring and reporting work progress. It also requires the ability to evaluate project activities and outcomes for compliance with specifications. It requires knowledge of underground mining and mining geology operations.The unit supports surveyors of mine geology who work in a surveying team in a mining environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States where mining surveying must be undertaken under the supervision of a registered surveyor. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.