Mine Geologist

Stawell Gold Mines; Stawell; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company located in Stawell, Victoria, is seeking a dynamic Mine Geologist for a full-time residential role. This position offers competitive salary, career growth, and excellent work-life balance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of science in Geology, industry experience, and skills in mining software. Responsibilities include data collection and geological interpretation, supporting engineering and operations teams.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years industry experience in Mine Geology, with 1+ year in an underground environment.

Responsibilities

• Collection and processing of underground grade control data.
• Lithological and structural logging of diamond drill core.
• Managing the database utilizing relevant QA/QC protocols.
• Geological interpretation and reporting.
• Providing strategic geological insights.
• Supplying high quality geological data to teams.

Skills

Intermediate skills with mining software (Surpac or similar)

Excellent communication skills

Safety focused approach

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of science, majoring in Geology

Job description

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Mine Geologist – Residential (Full Time)

Location: Stawell, Victoria
Company: Stawell Gold Mines

Stawell Gold Mines is located in the picturesque western Victorian city of Stawell, just 2.5 hours west of Melbourne. The site offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and professional opportunity, being in close proximity to major regional centres like Ballarat and Bendigo and nestled at the base of the spectacular Grampians National Park.

With a proud heritage in exploration and gold production, our team is now seeking a dynamic and results-driven Mine Geologist to support our growing Geology Department. This is a residential, permanent full-time position, offering a competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and excellent work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Geology Superintendent, your responsibilities will include:

• Collection and processing of underground grade control data (face mapping and sampling, sludges, diamond core).
• Lithological and structural logging of diamond drill core.
• Assisting with the management of the database utilising relevant QA/QC protocols to ensure the quality and integrity of the data.
• Geological interpretation, interrogation of grade control models and reporting.
• Working within a small team to provide strategic, innovative, and practical geological insights.
• Supporting the engineering and operations teams by supplying high quality, timely geological data.

About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• Bachelor of science, majoring in Geology.
• 2-3 years industry experience in Mine Geology with 1+ year in an underground environment.
• Intermediate skills with mining software (Surpac or similar).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• A safety focused and proactive approach to underground geology.