Senior Geologist / Senior Project Geologist - Porphyry Copper
East Coast | Sydney, NSW Preferred | ***** Roster | NSW, NT & SA Projects
We are partnering with a growing exploration company holding one of the largest tenement positions in New South Wales, with additional ground recently secured in South Australia and further exploration planned in the Northern Territory. Currently mid-way through an active porphyry copper drilling campaign, they are preparing to ramp up hiring for senior exploration roles in the coming months.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Exploration Manager, you will play a key role in the delivery of active drilling programs on porphyry copper targets across New South Wales, with the program expected to extend into IOCG targets in the Northern Territory and South Australia. This role starts as a short-term contract (approximately 3-4 months, through to the end of the year), with strong potential to extend or convert to a permanent position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and support delivery of porphyry copper drilling programs across NSW
Contribute to planning and execution of exploration programs extending into IOCG targets in the NT and SA
Oversee day-to-day geological operations, including logging, sampling, and data QA/QC
Interpret drilling and exploration results to inform ongoing targeting
Coordinate field logistics and liaise with contractors and field teams
Report directly to the Exploration Manager on project progress and technical findings
Ensure exploration activities are carried out safely and in line with regulatory requirements
About You




Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Geology or related discipline
Experience at Senior Geologist / Senior Project Geologist level
Porphyry copper exploration experience strongly preferred
Experience with IOCG-style targets advantageous
Comfortable working a ***** roster
Technical Skills
Strong core logging, sampling and geological data management skills
Ability to interpret drilling results and contribute to exploration targeting
Experience coordinating field programs and contractor teams
Personal Attributes
Based anywhere on the east coast, with Sydney, NSW preferred
Willingness to travel across NSW, NT and SA project areas
Strong communication skills, comfortable reporting directly to senior management
Self-motivated and adaptable, able to work effectively in a growing exploration team
What's on Offer
Immediate involvement in an active, well-funded porphyry copper drilling campaign
***** roster
Initial short-term contract with robust potential to extend or convert to permanent
Market rate pay based on experience
Performance-based bonus structure
Strong long-term career growth opportunities within a growing exploration company
Location
Open to candidates based anywhere on the east coast, with Sydney, NSW preferred to minimise travel. Projects are located across New South Wales, the Northern Territory and South Australia. Western Australia-based candidates are not preferred for this role.
Applicants must have full Australian working rights, including Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or New Zealand Citizens.
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