Exploration Project Geologist

Regis Resources; Blayney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Competitive salary with incentives

Employee referral program

Job summary

Regis Resources invites an experienced Exploration Project Geologist to join the McPhillamys Exploration team in Blayney, NSW. You will oversee drilling and exploration activities, contribute to geological interpretation and target generation, and work with field teams to advance mineral resources safely and efficiently.

The role is residential in Blayney, NSW, offering opportunity to lead exploration programs, mentor staff, and collaborate with senior geologists on a high‑performing team within

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Geology/Geosciences (PhD, MSc or Hons).
• Experience in gold exploration/mining environments.
• Ability to generate exploration targets and work with multi-disciplinary datasets.
• Strong interpretation of large geoscience datasets including geochemistry/geophysics.
• Proficiency with GIS and 3D software packages.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain exploration drilling programs and supervise field activities.
• Prepare exploration proposals and contribute to strategies.
• Maintain exploration databases and ensure data quality for interpretation and modelling.
• Lead geological interpretation, target generation and project advancement.
• Mentor junior geologists and support the wider exploration team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental and safety obligations.

Skills

Technical leadership

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Time management

Education

Geology/Geosciences postgraduate degree (PhD/MSc/Hons)

Tools

GIS

3D software

Job description

• Immerse yourself in an inclusive, diverse and supportive culture
• Outstanding opportunity to work with a high performing gold business
• Site based | 8:6 Residential | Permanent position

Regis Resources is an ASX 100-listed Australian gold producer with a market capitalisation of approximately $6 billion. The Company operates a large-scale portfolio of open pit and underground mines in Western Australia and continues to progress a pipeline of development and exploration opportunities. Regis’ assets include the 100% owned Duketon Gold Project and a 30% interest in the Tropicana Gold Project. The portfolio is further supported by the highly attractive 2.7Moz McPhillamys development opportunity in New South Wales.

Regis has delivered consistent operational performance, driving record cash generation and strong profitability in recent years. This performance and the strength of the portfolio underpin the Company’s purpose of growing long‑term value for shareholders, our people, and our communities by mining safely and responsibly.

The opportunity

We are currently looking for an experienced Exploration Project Geologist to join the team at our McPhillamys Exploration team in Blayney, NSW.

Reporting to the Senior Exploration Geologist and Exploration Manager, this role is responsible for executing exploration programs that add value through the discovery and growth of mineral resources and reserves. The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning, supervision and delivery of drilling and exploration activities while contributing to geological interpretation, target generation and project advancement.

As an Exploration Project Geologist, you will be responsible for coordinating and maintaining exploration drilling programs, collecting and interpreting geological data and ensuring exploration activities are completed safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard. Working closely with field personnel, contractors and other technical specialists, you will contribute to the ongoing success of exploration projects through effective planning, supervision and reporting.

This is a Residential role based in Blayney NSW.

The main responsibilities of this role include:

• Support the planning, execution and delivery of exploration programs in accordance with approved budgets, priorities and best‑practice standards
• Manage day-to-day exploration activities, including coordination of contractors and consultants
• Generate, evaluate, prioritise and rank exploration targets through geological interpretation, field assessment and integration of new data
• Design and manage geological mapping, sampling, and other technical programs to refine geological models and advance exploration opportunities
• Prepare exploration proposals and contribute to the development and implementation of exploration strategies
• Maintain accurate exploration databases and ensure geological data is validated, integrated and available for interpretation, modelling and decision‑making
• Contribute to mineralisation interpretation, resource evaluation, geological modelling and prospect‑scale assessments
• Monitor exploration results and emerging technologies, providing recommendations to improve exploration outcomes and generate new opportunities
• Prepare and present high‑quality technical reports, recommendations and updates for management, joint venture partners, government agencies and other stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental and statutory obligations, including permit conditions and reporting requirements
• Mentor and support less experienced geologists, contributing to the development of technical capability within the exploration team
• Undertake Senior Exploration Geologist responsibilities as delegated, including acting in the role during periods of absence
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, and innovative team environment and provide support across the broader McPhillamys Project as required

About you

To be successful for this role, you will have:

• A relevant tertiary post graduate qualification (PhD, MSc or Hons) in Geology/Geosciences
• Demonstrated experience working in gold exploration and/or mining environments
• Experience in the generation of exploration target, minerals systems and multi‑disciplinary 4D dataset
• Experience in the interpretation of large‑scale datasets, including geochemistry and geophysics.
• Proficient with GIS and 3D software packages
• Technical leadership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a high‑performing team environment
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Current Manual C Class Driver's Licence
• Nationally recognised 2-Day 4WD Certificate
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate

What we can offer:

• Collaborative work environment where your input matters
• Employee service awards and employee referral incentive
• Supportive and highly experienced leadership team
• Wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters (EAP)
• Competitive salary with annual incentives

As Regis Resources continues its evolution from mid‑tier gold miner to a leading Australian gold producer, this is a unique opportunity to join Regis. We pride ourselves on building a team first culture that is focused on high‑performance, growth, profitability and success within a Zero Harm working environment.

Your own career pathway is vitally important, and we will work with you to provide opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that our People bring, and we encourage anyone with a diverse background to apply.

Prospective candidates must have the right to work and live in Australia for this position.