Full-time Permanent
SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing integrated consulting services to the global resources sector.
We are seeking a Full-time Permanent Resource Geologist - Principal Consultant in West Perth, Western Australia.
Description of Responsibilities:
SRK Consulting is an international independent employee-owned consulting practice, providing integrated consulting services to the resource sector.
Principal Consultant – Resource Geology (Perth)
We are looking for a talented, motivated and enthusiastic resource geologist with 15+ years' experience in the mining and exploration industry who has proven experience in resource geology and geostatistics.
The role will primarily involve providing high‐level technical leadership in Mineral Resource estimation and evaluation, acting as a Competent/Qualified Person where required, due diligence reviews/audits, and contributing to technical standards across the business.
Business development is key to this role, including building trusted client relationships, preparing proposals, identifying opportunities and helping shape and grow SRK's resource geology offering.
The Role:
Professionally, you can expect to be supporting and providing specialised consulting services to our clients both in the office and in the field.
You will be working with technically talented experts in their field, both locally and globally.
You will also play an important role in mentoring consultants, supporting technical development across the team and helping maintain SRK's standards for quality, technical excellence and professional practice.
Personally, you will join a diverse and passionate organisation where you can drive your learning and really shape your future.
We are passionate about providing a culture that promotes growth opportunities and personal development, innovation and out-of-the-box thinking, and providing a safe environment where you have the space to develop and test your ideas.




Our successful candidate will be based out of our Perth office.
Main role duties and responsibilities:
Lead and deliver Mineral Resource estimates and evaluations, geological models and supporting technical reports
Prepare and review technical reports, public-domain reports, proposals and due diligence reviews
Lead complex projects, manage scope, budgets, timelines, quality and client expectations
Act as a Competent Person / Qualified Person for public reporting
Contribute to SRK's technical reputation through industry engagement, conferences and professional networks while building trusted client relationships and supporting business development
Provide mentoring and support to junior and mid-career consultants
Our successful candidate will have:
A degree in geoscience, mathematics, engineering or related discipline, ideally with postgraduate studies in geostatistics
Strong professional experience (15+ years) across resource geology, Mineral Resource estimation and public reporting
Experience across multiple commodities and geological settings, including mine geology and/or exploration
Demonstrable experience in modern estimation methods and techniques
A sound understanding of the JORC Code (and equivalent overseas public reporting codes, VALMIN Code, relevant listing rules and guidance notes for public reporting of Mineral Resources, Exploration Results and Exploration Targets
Ability to act as a Competent Person / Qualified Person where required
Effective project management capability, including scope, budget, schedule, quality and client management
Ability to build strong client relationships,



prepare proposals and proven business development capabilities
Competency in more than one relevant geological modelling, resource estimation or geostatistical software package
Confidence in using different or new technologies, and the ability to upskill on new systems quickly
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to contribute to high quality technical reports
Australian Resident or existing Working Visa
Willingness to travel (domestic/international and possibly to remote locations)
A career with us means you will experience:
Technically interesting and challenging work within a non-hierarchical and diverse consultancy environment
Diversity of projects and collaboration with other discipline areas to develop your skills and experience
Working with colleagues who are global leaders in their fields
Professional development, flexible work and educational support opportunities
Opportunities for domestic and international travel, including site visits or secondments to one of our global offices
A competitive salary with an opportunity to purchase shares in the company at both the local and global level; the SRK Group is an independent group, owned by its employees
If you have any queries about this opportunity please direct enquiries to the SRK People team on *************or email us at ******.
All discussions are strictly confidential.
Whilst we thank recruiters for their interest, we request to not be contacted regarding filling this role.
A future with us is an opportunity to:
Work with well-regarded experts in their field, across a range of disciplines and locations.
Enjoy a diverse and collaborative culture that celebrates technical excellence.
Contribute to a variety of projects in a globally respected organisation.
Applicants should respond by submitting their CV online by clicking the button below.
The candidates under consideration will be contacted directly, no phone calls please.
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📌 Resource Geologist - Principal Consultant (Perth)
🏢 SRK Consulting Global
📍 Perth