Strategic Resource Geologist — Mining Advisory Lead

slrconsulting; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR's Perth office is seeking a Principal Resource Geologist to lead end-to-end technical geological studies across a diverse portfolio of mining projects worldwide, focusing on resource evaluation and advisory services.

You will mentor multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development while maintaining expertise in geostatistics, modelling, and QA/QC.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of experience in a metalliferous environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Science majoring in Geology, or a closely related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualifications are highly desirable.
• Additional study (and/or experience) in project management, risk management, business, or financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Expert delivery of end-to-end geological studies.
• Lead, manage, and mentor multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, translating complex geological data into strategic advice.
• Maintain advanced working knowledge of industry-standard geological modelling and geostatistical software for advisory projects.

Skills

Geostatistics

Geological modelling

QA/QC

Resource estimation

Multi-commodity experience

Stakeholder engagement

Project management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related

Postgraduate qualifications desirable

Chartered Professional status

AusIMM membership desirable

Job description

SLR's Perth office is seeking a Principal Resource Geologist to lead end-to-end technical geological studies across a diverse portfolio of mining projects worldwide, focusing on resource evaluation and advisory services.

You will mentor multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development while maintaining expertise in geostatistics, modelling, and QA/QC.