The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) is more than just an employer.
We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:
Contribute - give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.
Develop - grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.
Thrive - find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.
As a member of DMPE, you will help support the development of Western Australia's resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations.
We value diversity and appreciate every individual's perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.
In this role, you will form part of a dynamic team responsible for the manual handling of drill core and other materials, processing material from receipt to archive according to established protocols, participating in the planning and preparation of field trips and assisting geoscientists with field activities.
The Role
Undertakes manual handling of drill core and other materials.
Participates in planning and preparation for field trips and assists geoscientists with field activities.
Prepares, inspects,



maintains and uses vehicles and equipment (mechanical and electronic).
Promotes and facilitates safe work practices and contributes to hazard management and risk assessments.
Maintains accurate records on established databases.
Works collaboratively and contributes to the safe and efficient operation of the Core Library.
Licenses
Current Western Australian C or C-A class drivers' licence) - Manual
Benefits working for DMPE
Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)
Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)
20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)
17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave
15 days personal leave per year
13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)
18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
3 public holidays in lieu per year
5 days reproductive leave per year
10 days disability leave per year
5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year
Ability to purchase additional annual leave
Opportunities for career development, acting, shadowing and mentoring
Formal training options
Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions
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📌 Geoscience Support Officer Joe Lord Core Library Kalgoorlie (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration
📍 Western Australia