Graduate Geologist

Fosterville Gold Mine; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Training & mentoring

Career growth

Employee Share Plan

Salary continuance insurance

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Agnico Eagle's Fosterville Gold Mine is seeking a Graduate Geologist to join our two‑year Graduate Program near Bendigo. You’ll gain hands-on experience across underground mining, exploration, drilling, geological modelling and data analysis with mentorship from experienced professionals.

Through rotational placements you’ll develop skills in mapping, logging drill cores, classifying ore and waste, and managing geological data with Leapfrog Geo and other industry software, while prioritising

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related Earth sciences.
• Demonstrated interest in mining geology and structural geology.
• Current manual driver’s license.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily underground inspections and stope visits.
• Map and sample underground development headings.
• Classify ore and waste to support mining operations.
• Collect, analyse and communicate geological information.

Skills

Geology fundamentals

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geoscience or Earth Sciences

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Industry software

Job description

Agnico Eagle's Fosterville Gold Mine is seeking a motivated Graduate Geologist to join our Graduate Program. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across underground mining, exploration, drilling, geological modelling and data analysis while learning from some of the industry's most experienced professionals.

Located near Bendigo, you'll enjoy the benefits of working for a global mining company while being home every night and maintaining a great work‑life balance.

Why Join Our Graduate Program?

Our structured two-year Graduate Program is designed to accelerate your development and build a strong foundation for a successful career in mining geology.

You’ll gain practical experience across a range of geological disciplines, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to the ongoing success of an operation renowned for its technical excellence, innovation, and safety culture.

Through rotational placements, you’ll develop valuable skills in:

• Conduct daily underground inspections and stope visits
• Map and sample underground development headings
• Classify ore and waste to support mining operations
• Collect, analyse and communicate geological information
• Import and manage geological data using Leapfrog Geo and other industry software
• Drilling and Exploration
• Assist with drill program planning and target generation
• Log diamond drill core and collect geological data
• Contribute to geological interpretation and modelling

This role is residential and will involve working a combination of 8/6 (10-hour shifts) and 7/7 (12-hour shifts) rosters, providing exposure to different teams and areas of the business throughout your graduate journey.

The successful candidate should possess the following:

• A recently completed (or soon‑to‑be completed) Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geoscience or Earth Sciences
• A genuine passion for geology and interest in structural geology
• A current manual driver’s licence
• A strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• A willingness to learn and build a long‑term career in mining

Why Join Fosterville?

• Structured graduate development and mentoring
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Ongoing technical and OEM training
• Career growth within a global mining company
• Employee Share Plan
• Salary continuance insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Novated leasing and employee discounts
• Access to health, fitness and wellbeing programs

Application Process

At Agnico Eagle, we're committed to finding people who share our values and passion for excellence. Our recruitment process is designed to help us understand your skills, experience and potential, while giving you the opportunity to learn more about a career with Fosterville Gold Mine.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to discuss their experience, career goals and interest in the role. As part of the selection process, successful applicants will also be required to complete relevant pre‑employment checks, which may include a medical and functional capacity assessment, national police check, qualification verification, reference checks and due diligence screening.

At Fosterville, you'll be part of a supportive team environment where your development is genuinely invested in and your contributions are valued.

About us

Agnico Eagle is a global leader in the gold mining business, with eight mines located in Canada, Finland, Australia and Mexico. Everywhere we operate, we strive to be an admired member of the community and to be recognised as both a good employer and a good neighbour.

We are proud of our reputation as a leader in safety and sustainability, as well as the prosperity we bring to our employees, their families and the communities in which we operate. Globally, we employ over 16,000 people who contribute to some of the most skilled teams of professionals in the industry. We recognise that our people are the key to our success.

Agnico Eagle owns and operates the Fosterville Gold Mine which is located on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, approximately 20 kilometres east of Bendigo in Central Victoria. With its population of approximately 120,000 people, Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest and most progressive regional cities offering a great residential lifestyle choice.