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Field Technician

Hays Australia

Cairns, QLD
FIFO
15:6 FIFO

Job Description

Your New Role

An opportunity is available for an Exploration Geologist to join an active field based drilling program in Far North Queensland . Working as part of a growing exploration team, you will assist with day ‑ to ‑ day geological activities across RC and diamond drilling programs . This hands ‑ on role is well suited to early career exploration geologists looking to gain strong site experience in a remote FIFO environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Geological logging of RC and diamond drill samples

• Sample collection, preparation, and dispatch

• Supporting drill programs with accurate data capture and documentation

• Assisting with QA/QC procedures

• Working closely with field crews to meet daily drilling and sampling targets

• Maintaining safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards onsite

This role operates on a 15:6 FIFO roster , day shifts only, flying to Cairns with DIDO travel to site.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 2–3 years’ experience in mineral exploration

• Exposure to RC and diamond drilling programs

• Strong logging and sampling skills

• Current manual driver’s licence

• Ability to pass a full pre ‑ employment medical and D&A screening

• First Aid certification (preferred)

• Australian working rights or a valid working visa

What You’ll Get in Return

In return, you will receive:

• Contract role through to late September

• Competitive contract rates

• 15:6 FIFO roster – day shifts only

• FIFO to Cairns with DIDO to site

• Camp accommodation with Wi ‑ Fi provided

• Strong exposure to an active exploration campaign

• Excellent opportunity to build hands ‑ on field experience in a field ‑ based role

What You Need to Do Now

If you’re interested in this role, click Apply Now to forward an up ‑ to ‑ date copy of your CV to Grace.mews@hays.com.au or call 07 4749 8399 .

If this role isn’t quite right for you but you’re looking for a new opportunity, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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