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Project Geologist

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

WA - Perth - WA

Industry:

Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities

Project Geologist – Underground Gold (FIFO 8:6) Unearth your potential as a Project Geologist within a well-established and highly regarded underground gold operation in Western Australia.

This is a permanent FIFO opportunity from Perth, operating on an 8:6 roster, offering exposure across the full project lifecycle — from study through to execution — within a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting underground development, drilling programs, and geological interpretation. You’ll collaborate closely with mining and planning teams to deliver practical, production-focused outcomes that contribute directly to site performance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide geological support across underground projects from study through to execution
  • Conduct underground mapping, face sampling, and grade control activities
  • Plan, log, and interpret underground diamond and RC drilling programs
  • Develop and refine 3D geological models to support mine planning
  • Perform stope and development reconciliation with a strong focus on data quality
  • Ensure compliance with QA/QC processes, safety standards, and site procedures
  • Collaborate with mining, planning, and survey teams to align geological inputs with production requirements
Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Applied Geoscience
  • Proven experience in underground gold mining environments
  • Strong understanding of shear-hosted gold systems
  • Demonstrated capability in underground mapping, sampling, and grade control
  • Experience planning and logging diamond and RC drilling programs
  • Proficiency with Leapfrog or similar 3D modelling software
  • Strong reconciliation, data management, and QA/QC capability
  • A high commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
  • Ability to prioritise and perform effectively in a dynamic FIFO environment
What’s on Offer
  • Permanent FIFO role from Perth
  • 8:6 roster supporting work-life balance
  • Exposure to technically challenging underground gold projects
  • Supportive, collaborative site culture with a strong safety focus
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to long-term mine success
 
Apply now to take the next step in your underground gold geology career.
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