Principal Resource Geologist – Metals (Australia)

This is an opportunity for a senior resource geologist to take a visible technical leadership role with a specialist mining consultancy, while remaining closely involved in hands‑on modelling, estimation and client work.

This is an opportunity for a senior resource geologist to take a visible technical leadership role with a specialist mining consultancy, while remaining closely involved in hands‑on modelling, estimation and client work.

About the role

This is an opportunity for a senior resource geologist to take a visible technical leadership role with a specialist mining consultancy, while remaining closely involved in hands‑on modelling, estimation and client work.

Key responsibilities

- Act as JORC (2012) Competent Person for resource estimates and public reporting
- Ensure technical rigour, defensibility and compliance across all resource work
- Provide independent technical review and due diligence support
- Lead, review and approve geological interpretations, domaining, resource estimation and block models
- Provide direct technical advice to clients, often at senior technical and executive level
- Mentor and technically guide less experienced geologists
- Contribute to business development through technical credibility and client trust
- Present findings clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders
- Support studies, due diligence, project evaluations and investment decisions
- Some travel between offices will be required; Brisbane or Perth based candidates are preferred

About you

- Bachelor of Science (Geology or equivalent)
- Eligibility for, or current status as,



JORC Competent Person
- Typically 10–20+ years' industry experience, including consulting experience
- Demonstrated experience in JORC‑compliant resource estimation and reporting
- Strong metalliferous mining experience (precious and/or base metals)
- Advanced capability in Micromine and/or Datamine (strongly preferred)
- Strong understanding of geostatistics and estimation methodologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Eligibility for membership with AusIMM
- Comfort operating in a client‑facing consulting environment

About Us

Xenith is a leading employee‑owned consulting firm supporting the mining and resources sector across the full asset lifecycle. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking a Principal Resource Geologist – Metals to enhance our senior technical capability and provide trusted, signatory‑level expertise to clients.

Benefits

- Employee‑owned business with long‑term stability
- High‑trust, low‑ego consulting culture
- Access to respected technical leaders and subject matter experts
- Flexible working arrangements and location options
- Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and responsibility
- Ongoing professional development, including support for certifications and industry conferences

What We Offer

At Xenith, you'll join a collaborative and inclusive team that values expertise, innovation and work‑life balance. We support qualified growth through meaningful project work, continuous learning opportunities and adaptable ways of working, enabling you to build a rewarding career while maintaining balance outside of work.

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📌 Principal Resource Geologist – Metals (Australia) (Brisbane City)
🏢 Xenith Consulting
📍 Brisbane City