Project Geologist

Stellar Recruitment

Perth, WA

FIFO

8/6

Job Description

About the Role

Project Geologist – Underground Gold (FIFO 8:6) Unearth your potential as a Project Geologist within a well-established and highly regarded underground gold operation in Western Australia.

This is a permanent FIFO opportunity from Perth, operating on an 8:6 roster, offering exposure across the full project lifecycle — from study through to execution — within a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting underground development, drilling programs, and geological interpretation. You’ll collaborate closely with mining and planning teams to deliver practical, production-focused outcomes that contribute directly to site performance.

Key Responsibilities

Provide geological support across underground projects from study through to execution
Conduct underground mapping, face sampling, and grade control activities
Plan, log, and interpret underground diamond and RC drilling programs
Develop and refine 3D geological models to support mine planning
Perform stope and development reconciliation with a strong focus on data quality
Ensure compliance with QA/QC processes, safety standards, and site procedures
Collaborate with mining, planning, and survey teams to align geological inputs with production requirements

Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Applied Geoscience
Proven experience in underground gold mining environments
Strong understanding of shear-hosted gold systems
Demonstrated capability in underground mapping, sampling, and grade control
Experience planning and logging diamond and RC drilling programs
Proficiency with Leapfrog or similar 3D modelling software
Strong reconciliation, data management, and QA/QC capability
A high commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
Ability to prioritise and perform effectively in a dynamic FIFO environment

What’s on Offer

Permanent FIFO role from Perth
8:6 roster supporting work-life balance
Exposure to technically challenging underground gold projects
Supportive, collaborative site culture with a strong safety focus
Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to long-term mine success

How to Apply

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