Exploration Geologist

MinRes is a top 25 ASX mining services company with a strong pipeline of projects that will drive unprecedented growth over the next five years. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we offer attractive salaries and benefits, opportunities for career advancement and world-class workspaces designed for employee wellbeing – to ensure our people get their best life!

The Role

Our Exploration Iron Ore team are seeking multiple exploration Geologist positions to assist with our Mt Richardson Iron Ore project that is due to commence drilling for early June. 

This will be a hands on position in identifying, exploring and developing our existing and proposed assets. You will play a lead role in coordinating both external and internal parties to achieve the company’s goals in identifying and evaluating new and existing deposits.

This position will report directly to Principle Geologist for our Central Pilbara region and you will be required on site on a regular 8/6 roster arrangement.   

Key deliverables:

• Assist in the execution of resource definition and exploration drill programs;
• Collect, validate and manage geological data from field mapping and drill programs;
• Input all field data into the AcQuire database;
• Drill rig supervision; geological logging; geological interpretation; ensure sampling quality is maintained;
• Ensuring safety standards are maintained within the geology group and with all exploration contractors;
• Ensure drilling is completed to appropriate standards and is cost effective;
• Reporting on progress of drill campaigns against physical budgets and technical goals;
• Ongoing interpretation of mineralisation model based on geological observations;
• Support the Senior and Principal Geologist with preparation of operational reports;
• Maintain an organised electronic filing system and ensure copies of all auditable information are stored correctly;
• Maintain regular and effective communication and feedback with peers, subordinates and superiors;
• Maintain attention to detail in all aspects of the role;
• Statutory and technical reporting as required;
• Undertake work tasks as directed by the Senior Geologist and/or Principal Geologist

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Tertiary level education in Geology
• 2+ years experience in the mining and exploration industry
• Skilled user of AcQuire, Micromine and Arc GIS software
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently
• Previous experience around exploration drill rigs
• Senior/Provided First Aid and 4wd training
• Well-developed communication skills– both oral and written
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment
• Meet deadlines and manage priorities to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail

And then there’s the extra benefits

We look after our people because they’re the ones looking after our business.

That means a range of additional benefits for choosing MinRes, including.

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly bonuses
• Access to “MyShare” MinRes Share Plan
• Employee discounts and offers
• Salary packaging
• Physical and mental health programs
• 16 weeks paid Parental Leave (or 32 weeks at half pay) for the primary caregiver

Ready for your next challenge? Make a fresh start with MinRes.

Mineral Resources Limited is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply