Core Logging Geologist

About the Role

Six-month contract with six months of consistent work on a well-supported drilling program. You’ll join a busy gold operation with nine underground diamond rigs generating regular, high-volume core and substantial structural exposure. You’ll be part of a geology team logging all diamond core produced daily.

Key Responsibilities

• Log lithology and alteration, measure and describe structures, complete core orientation and metre marking, and prepare core for sampling.
• Enter geological data into Acquire and maintain established logging and sampling standards.
• Manage a high-volume daily core intake (approximately 250-300m per day) in a fast-paced production environment.
• Contribute to structural interpretation and ensure high-quality geological observations.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Geology
• Previous diamond core logging experience
• Strong structural logging capability
• Experience with metre marking and core orientation
• Well-developed observational and recording skills
• Experience using geological databases, ideally Acquire
• Ability to accurately log approximately 250-300m of core per day
• Previous gold experience will be highly regarded

Eligibility & Roster

• FIFO roster 14/7 from Perth
• MPI are only able to consider candidates with relevant experience who are currently located in Australia and hold unrestricted Australian working rights

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Hands-on with core in underground settings
• Exposure to large underground drilling programs
• Structural interpretation skills