Resource Geologist
Australia, Western Australia, Perth
Experience: 4-6 Years
Mining
Introduction
Our client is seeking a field-focused Geologist to join their team. Reporting to the Senior Resource Geologist, you will be responsible for supporting drilling programmes and collecting high-quality geological data to assist resource definition and project development activities. This is primarily a field-based role with a strong focus on logging, sampling, QA/QC and drilling support.
About this role
- Conduct detailed geological logging of diamond drill core.
- Identify and record lithology, alteration, mineralisation, veining and geological structures.
- Maintain accurate geological records and databases.
- Support geological interpretation and resource development activities.
- Collect and validate geological, geotechnical, metallurgical and density datasets.
- Assist with RC logging activities where required.
- Undertake geological sampling associated with drilling programmes.
- Ensure sample intervals and geological boundaries are correctly identified and recorded
- Support the safe and efficient execution of diamond drilling programmes.
- Liaise with drilling contractors and field personnel.
- Assist with drill programme coordination and scheduling.
- Support collection of downhole geophysical and drilling-related data.
- Assist with resolving geological and operational issues encountered during drilling.
- Support geological interpretation, data analysis and technical studies.
Is this you?
Essential
- Degree qualification in Geology, Geoscience or a related discipline.
- Strong practical experience in diamond core logging.
- Experience working on diamond drilling programmes.
- Ability to independently log and interpret diamond drill core.
- Experience with geological sampling and QA/QC procedures.
- Background in mining, exploration or resource development environments.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
- Current manual driver's licence.
- Ability to work on a FIFO roster.
Highly Regarded
- Resource definition drilling experience.
- Experience working directly with drilling contractors.
- Geological interpretation experience.
- Geological database management experience.
- Mining or operational geology background.
- RC logging experience.
- Exposure to geological modelling software such as Leapfrog, Vulcan or Datamine.
- GIS experience.
- Experience with downhole geophysics data.
What we offer
- Super paid on all hours
- Salary sacrificing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate discounts
About Brunel:
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
Do you have questions?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact m.foster@brunel.net