Contract Exploration Geologist - Diamond Drilling Program

Cloncurry, QLD | Short-Term Contract | ~5 Months | FIFO East Coast Considered

We are partnering with an exploration company preparing to commence an upcoming drilling program based out of Cloncurry and surrounding project areas to the north. They are seeking an experienced Contract Exploration Geologist to lead the program from an early August start through to the end of the year.

The Opportunity

You will take the lead on-site for the drilling program, supervising diamond drilling operations, managing geological logging and core processing, and directing field staff including a field assistant. This is a short-term contract of approximately five months, running from early August through to November/December, with robust scope for future work for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise diamond drilling operations across the program
- Complete detailed geological logging of drill core




- Oversee drill-core processing, sampling and QA/QC
- Supervise and direct field staff, including a field assistant
- Prepare and write drilling and end-of-program reports
- Liaise with management on program progress and technical findings
- Ensure all field activities are carried out safely and in line with site requirements

About You

Qualifications & Experience

- Degree in Geology or related discipline
- 5-10 years' exploration geology experience (10-15 years also considered)
- Exploration-focused background strongly preferred over mine-site geology experience
- Prior experience supervising diamond drilling programs and field crews

Technical Skills
- Core logging and drill program supervision
- Core processing and sample management
- Strong technical report writing skills

Personal Attr

📌 Senior Exploration Geologist (Brisbane City)
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