Underground Project Geologist | 8:6 FIFO from Perth

Catalyst Metals Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8/6 roster

Health insurance

Career progression

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Catalyst Metals Ltd is seeking an Underground Project Geologist to integrate closely with mining and technical services and drive safe, predictable production outcomes at our underground operation in WA.

Reporting to the Senior Underground Geologist, you will own grade control modelling, oversee QA/QC, mentor geologists and technicians, and contribute to short- to long-term mine plans to optimise development and production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in the mining industry
• Experience in an underground production role and basic resource modelling is essential
• Computer literacy – 3D Modelling Software such as Leapfrog, Vulcan, Surpac and GIS packages

Responsibilities

• Own, coordinate and execute all geology Grade Control modelling and assist with related drilling activities in a proactive, efficient and timely manner.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and coaching to the Underground Mine Geologists and Underground Geology Technicians.
• Contribute to short, medium and long-term (LOM) mine plans and schedules to ensure the development of optimised mine plans.
• Monitor face and drill sample and assay quality, follow up QAQC issues.

Skills

Geology

Mentorship

Data interpretation

Underground mining

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Surpac

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Catalyst, geology sits at the core of our operational success. This is an operations-focused role embedded within our underground mine, working closely with mining and technical services to drive safe and predictable production outcomes.

Our deposits are technically complex and require disciplined interpretation, detailed modelling and strong collaboration on the ground. While we operate a consistent underground mining method, variability within our ore bodies demands sharp geological thinking and attention to detail.

Our resource definition and grade control programs feed directly into a robust geological model that supports up to six months of planned production. This is a hands-on environment where data quality, geological interpretation and real-time decision-making genuinely matter.

Catalyst Metals Limited is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX code: CYL).

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Underground Geologist, the Underground Project Geologist is responsible for the following:

• Own, coordinate and execute all geology Grade Control modelling and assist with related drilling activities in a proactive, efficient and timely manner.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and coaching to the Underground Mine Geologists and Underground Geology Technicians.
• Contribute to short, medium and long-term (LOM) mine plans and schedules to ensure the development of optimised mine plans.
• Monitor face and drill sample and assay quality, follow up QAQC issues.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Bachelor of Science, majoring in Geology
• Current "C" Class Western Australian Drivers License – manual license is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in the mining industry.
• Experience in an underground production role and basic resource modelling is essential.
• Computer literacy – 3D Modelling Software such as Leapfrog, Vulcan, Surpac and Microsoft Office, Logging software, GIS packages.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain or exceed best industry practice in all geological and environmental tasks.

Why Catalyst?

FIFO isn’t for everyone — it requires commitment and time away from home. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating a supportive team culture, approachable leadership and an environment where people work hard, back each other in, and still find time to have a laugh and enjoy what site has to offer.

We offer:

• 8/6 roster promoting genuine work-life balance
• Health insurance eligibility
• Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation
• Opportunity to contribute beyond your core role and influence how we operate
• Supportive and collaborative site leadership team
• Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities

This role offers genuine development potential for someone looking to build their career within a growing Australian mining business.

*This is an operations role not exploration.

Catalyst Metals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and encourage people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.