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.
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.
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.
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.
Key responsibilities
Plan, coordinate and supervise exploration programs including drilling, sampling and geological mapping
Manage drill rigs and drilling contractors to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective operations
Monitor drilling progress, productivity and data quality
Collect, validate and interpret geological, geochemical and drilling data
Manage data collection, collation, QA/QC processes and finalisation for inclusion into company databases
Prepare accurate daily, weekly and monthly exploration reports
Coordinate sampling programs including RC, diamond core, soil, rock chip and other exploration sampling
Supervise and direct exploration contractors to deliver the Company's exploration programs safely and efficiently




Ensure exploration activities comply with environmental approvals and statutory obligations
Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to health, safety and environmental standards
About you
Applicants must have:
A Bachelor of Science with a major in Geology
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Sound geological knowledge and a commitment to high-quality technical work
Effective written and verbal communication skills
A willingness to undertake field-based and remote work on a rotational basis
The ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
A residence within a reasonable commuting distance of a major airport hub in Queensland or New South Wales.
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.
Relevant statutory training, first aid, four-wheel-drive and other field-based qualifications will also be viewed favourably.
What Xenith offers
Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience
Diverse and challenging exploration assignments from Juniors through major Tier 1 sites
Professional development, technical training and long-term career progression.
Access to experienced technical mentors and supportive leadership.
Exposure to a broad range of exploration operations, commodities and clients.
A collaborative working environment with a solid commitment to safety and employee wellbeing.
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