Workplace Type: Onsite Closing Date Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Boddington is a flagship Newmont gold and copper operation in Western Australia, located about 130 kilometres south-east of Perth and 16 kilometres from the rural town of Boddington. As one of Australia's largest gold producers, Boddington is recognised for its leadership in innovation and technology, including becoming the world's first gold mine to implement an Autonomous Haulage System. As a drive-in, drive-out operation, our people enjoy the benefits of regional living while working with industry-leading technology and a team committed to safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement.

We take pride in the partnerships we have built with local communities and Traditional Owners, creating shared value through responsible mining and long-term investment in the region.

Your Role - Geologist, Projects Reporting to the Superintendent, Geology, the Project Geologist plays a critical role in executing and supporting grade control activities, ensuring accuracy to maximise ore value, while driving continuous improvement, safety, and team development. The position contributes to the safe and effective execution of drilling programs that support resource growth and long-term mine planning, playing a key role in strengthening geological understanding and information operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead geological mapping, sampling, orebody interpretation and data analysis to support accurate grade control modelling.





Oversee grade control execution to maximise ore recovery and minimize dilution, working collaboratively with mining and processing teams.

Plan and schedule ore control activities and resource development drilling programs, ensuring safe and efficient delivery.

Integrate geological data into mine plans through short-term model development and reconciling mine-to-mill performance to identify improvement opportunities.

Drive continuous improvement across ore control and drilling processes, preparing high-quality technical reports and contributing safe, consistent work practices.

Mentor geologists and field staff through technical training, field supervision, and work review to ensure technical competency and safe work practices.

About You

You are a passionate and technically capable geologist who thrives in a dynamic production environment. You enjoy solving geological challenges, interpreting complex datasets, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to maximise value and recovery from our current resources.

To Be Successful In This

Role, You Will Bring Tertiary qualifications in Geology or a related field, with practical experience in mine geology, resource definition or mineral exploration within a mining setting.

Experience managing drilling programs and interpreting geological data.

Demonstrated experience in geological and mining software (MinePlan, Vulcan, Leapfrog, SQL databases, Power BI and Tableau) with exposure to Python and database management.





Strong procedural problem solving skills, with the ability to apply practical judgement, improve work methods through day-today learning, and work effectively within established processes.

Effective communication and collaboration skills, including presenting technical information clearly, building productive relationships, and contributing positively to team environments.

Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental standards, with the ability to adapt behaviour, follow compliance requirements, and operate a manual light vehicle.

What We Offer Newmont values our people and provides a rewarding work environment that supports both professional and personal growth, including: Competitive remuneration and benefits.

Annual performance incentives.

Career development and training opportunities.

Access to health and wellbeing programs.

Inclusive and collaborative team culture.

Opportunity to work for a global industry leader committed to responsible mining. We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.

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📌 Geologist, Projects (Boddington)
🏢 Newmont Australia
📍 Boddington