Westgold Resources is shaping the future of gold mining in Western Australia. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team who shares our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business.

Lead site resource modelling and drill management and assist in mentoring a high performing Mine Geology team, delivering grade control models in a timely manner to support mining operations.

Working closely with mining and Perth-based Resource Teams, you will provide critical geological guidance to help achieve production targets, manage the model schedule, and assist with the site's long-term business objectives.

Why this role?

- Training opportunities: Mentoring from experienced site-based and Perth-based Resource and Mining teams, external training opportunities offered, pathway to becoming a competent person under the JORC Code, with a professional organisation.
- Career progression: Potential for transition to Perth-based Resource Team in time for the right person.
- Chance to lead site resource function, deliver projects, and drive continuous improvement with autonomy.

About The Role

- Lead grade control modelling, estimation and resource reporting activities.
- Maintain and improve resource and grade control models to company standards.
- Provide geological input into short and long-term mine planning activities.
- Oversee drilling data validation, QAQC and resource database integrity.
- Coordinate annual Mineral Resource updates and reporting schedules.
- Mentor and support geologists and technical staff across the geology function.
- Deliver technical advice to optimise ore recovery and minimise dilution.
- Promote a strong safety culture and compliance with site standards and procedures.

About You





- Tertiary degree in Geology or similar.
- Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022.
- C Class Manual driver's license.
- Membership of AIG or AusIMM.
- C Class drivers manual license
- System experience: Surpac, Leapfrog, MS Office software experience, SuperVisor exposure.
- Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the mining cycle from exploration through to mining, and geological reconciliation from processing
- Demonstrated technical excellence and best practice methods in grade control, geological modelling and estimation.

The Westgold Offer A Range Of Benefits Including

- A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer
- Performance based bonus
- Group salary continuous insurance
- A health and wellness allowance
- Health insurance discount
- A range of Family and Medical leave policies that includes IVF, surrogacy and adoption.
- Referral Bonus - bring your mates along!
- 5 years' pro rata long service leave
- Salary sacrifice options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free confidential counselling, wellbeing services that includes financial advice.

Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by Work 180 can be seen on the Work180 website. Westgold is driven by our core values of Show Respect, Choose Safety and Deliver Value.



We believe that these values define our culture, behaviours and actions.

We appreciate that not everybody will tick every box for their next dream role, but if you believe that you can bring the passion and drive to contribute to our operations and our values resonate with you then apply now!

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and be able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance and an Australian driver's licence (or be able to obtain).

Westgold is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone matters. We believe diversity is a strength and true diversity includes those from First Nations People, various cultures, age groups, Neurodiverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, diverse abilities and religions. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings and that diverse teams leads to innovation and success.

Our goal is to have safe and respectful environments where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and we strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Westgold appreciates that standard recruitment processes are not accessible for everyone. If you believe you require additional support or accommodations, so you feel comfortable participating in our recruitment process for this or any of our roles, please feel free to email [email protected]

Westgold reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. We will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.

📌 Senior Project Geologist (Perth)
🏢 Westgold Resources
📍 Perth