Mine Geologist

Gold Fields; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Geologist to support the Mining Team and enhance ore recovery. The position in St. Ives, Australia, focuses on diamond core logging, data analysis, and maintaining quality control in geological practices. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Geology and previous experience in the mining sector. This FIFO role offers a family-friendly roster and additional benefits like bonuses and educational assistance.

Benefits

Family-friendly site roster

6% Site Allowance

Private Health Insurance Allowance

Quarterly Bonus Scheme

Salary sacrifice options

Employee Assistance Program

Long service leave

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Previous mining industry experience, preferably in gold.
• Exposure to mine geology and grade control practices.
• Possess a current manual Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diamond core logging for grade control and exploration.
• Support the Mining Team in ore recovery and dilution minimization.
• Collect and analyze underground grade control data.
• Assist with underground diamond drill rig management.
• Ensure quality and integrity of data using site systems.
• Contribute to delineation, extension, and discovery of Reserves.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Strong communication skills

Collaborative approach

Geology knowledge

Mining industry experience

Education

Bachelor of Science majoring in Geology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Mining software (Datamine, Leapfrog)

Job description

At Gold Fields, we recognise that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and excellence. That’s why we’re committed to creating opportunities that work for you.

St Ives, a gold mining complex on Lake Lefroy near Kambalda, has operated for 40+ years with 12 more ahead. It includes three underground mines Invincible, Invincible South, and Hamlet North plus the Neptune open pit, producing 380,000 ounces annually. With 1,200 workers, it remains a key Goldfields operation.

Why Join Gold Fields?

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer:

• A family-friendly site roster to support your work-life balance
• 6% Site Allowance & Private Health Insurance Allowance
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme to recognise your contributions.
• Salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long service leave pro rata after 5 years of continuous service
• Educational assistance to help you continue to grow and learn.

This FIFO role from Perth if offered on 8 days on, 6 days off roster.

Your role:

Reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality geology services while working closely with the Mining Team to maximise operational efficiency and ore recovery. This includes:

• Assist with diamond core logging of underground grade control and exploration programs;
• Support the Mining Team in maximising ore recovery and minimising dilution;
• Collect and analyse underground grade control data (face mapping, face sampling, core logging) in preparation for block modelling;
• Assist with underground diamond drill rig management;
• Utilise site systems and QA/QC protocols to ensure the quality and integrity of data; and,
• Contribute to the delineation, extension and discovery of Reserves.

What You Bring:

You’ll bring your proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach and bring the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor of Science majoring in Geology:
• Previous mining industry experience – preferably gold – with exposure to mine geology, grade control practices and reserve/stope definition drilling:
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and mining software such as Datamine and Leapfrog or similar: and,
• Possess a current manual Driver’s Licence

At Gold Fields, we expect all employees to embody and enhance our values, safety culture, and performance, aligning with our purpose of creating enduring value beyond mining.

Applications can be submitted via:

https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia