Project Geologist

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.