Job Description
Xenith Consulting is seeking Exploration Geologists across multiple levels — from Graduate through to Supervisor — to join our growing Exploration and Generative Studies team.
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These opportunities are suited to geologists looking to build or progress their career in exploration, with exposure to a diverse range of commodities, projects and clients across Australia.
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As an Exploration Geologist, you will play a key role in the planning and delivery of exploration programs, supporting geological data collection, drilling, sampling, mapping and interpretation to achieve our clients' exploration objectives.
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For experienced Project Geologists and Supervisors, the role will also involve leading field programs, coordinating exploration contractors, managing drilling activities and ensuring programs are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard.
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Key responsibilities
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Plan, coordinate and supervise exploration programs including drilling, sampling and geological mapping
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Manage drill rigs and drilling contractors to ensure protected, efficient and cost-effective operations
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Monitor drilling progress, productivity and data quality
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Collect, validate and interpret geological, geochemical and drilling data
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Manage data collection, collation, QA/QC processes and finalisation for inclusion into company databases
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Prepare accurate daily, weekly and monthly exploration reports
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Coordinate sampling programs including RC, diamond core, soil, rock chip and other exploration sampling
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Supervise and direct exploration contractors to deliver the Company's exploration programs safely and efficiently
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Ensure exploration activities comply with environmental approvals and statutory obligations
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Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to health, safety and environmental standards
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About you
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Applicants must have:
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A Bachelor of Science with a major in Geology
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Strong organisational and time-management skills
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Sound geological knowledge and a commitment to high-quality technical work
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Effective written and verbal communication skills
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A willingness to undertake field-based and remote work on a rotational basis
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The ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
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A residence within a reasonable commuting distance of a major airport hub in Queensland or New South Wales.
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Previous experience in mineral exploration, drilling, geological data management, GIS, geological modelling or industry-standard geological software will be highly regarded and considered relative to the level of the position.
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Relevant statutory training, first aid, four-wheel-drive and other field-based qualifications will also be viewed favourably.
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What Xenith offers
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Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience
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Diverse and challenging exploration assignments from Juniors through major Tier 1 sites
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Professional development, technical training and long-term career progression.
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Access to experienced technical mentors and supportive leadership.
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Exposure to a broad range of exploration operations, commodities and clients.
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A collaborative working environment with a strong commitment to safety and employee wellbeing.
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If you are a recent geology graduate beginning your career, an experienced Project Geologist ready for your next challenge, or a Supervisor capable of leading field programs and contractors, we would like to hear from you.

📌 Exploration Geologists Qld Or Nsw (Queensland)
🏢 Xenith
📍 Queensland