Job details

- 15:13 FIFO roster
- Opportunity to support a major resource growth project
- Lead drilling programs and geological field activities in a high-performing team

About the Client

Our client is developing a major copper and gold mining project in Western Australias Paterson Province, focused on responsible resource development, advanced mining practices and long-term regional benefits.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Specialist Geologist to support a major project through the planning, execution, and oversight of drilling and geological field programs. In this role, you will provide technical leadership across exploration and resource development activities, contributing to resource growth, resource confidence, and project advancement.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will manage drilling programs, oversee geological data collection and interpretation, support resource evaluation activities, and ensure the safe and efficient delivery of field programs.

Key Responsibilities

- Design, plan, and oversee drilling programs to support project objectives
- Manage geological data collection, validation, and interpretation activities
- Maintain high standards of geological logging, sampling, and QA/QC processes
- Support geological interpretation, resource evaluation, and exploration targeting
- Coordinate field activities and monitor project performance and schedules
- Supervise drilling contractors and technical service providers
- Support geological modelling, GIS mapping, and data analysis activities
- Lead risk assessments and promote strong safety performance in the field
- Support regulatory compliance, reporting, and tenure obligations




- Provide technical mentoring and coaching to geologists and field teams

Skills and Experience Required

- Degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline
- Experience in exploration, resource development, or mine geology environments
- Proven experience planning and managing drilling programs
- Robust understanding of geological logging, sampling, and QA/QC practices
- Experience with geological databases and data management systems
- Experience using geological modelling software such as Leapfrog Geo
- Experience using GIS platforms such as ArcGIS Pro
- Strong contractor management and field coordination capability
- Experience working within safety-focused operational environments
- Current Manual Driver's Licence and willingness to undertake field-based work
- Eligibility for membership of a recognised professional geological organisation

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button to submit your application or for more information please contact:

WorkPac Principal Consultant: Georgia Guy on (08) 6462 1147 or [email protected] quoting the below reference number.

Job Reference Number: 7469J20268194

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.

📌 Resource Geologist - Specialist (Australia)
🏢 Workpac
📍 Australia