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Senior Geologist

Hays Australia

Far North Queensland
FIFO
15/13

Job Description

About the Company

Our client is a growing critical minerals organisation with exploration and development projects across Australia.

About the Role

As the Senior Geologist, you will take a site-based leadership role overseeing RC and diamond drilling activities while managing exploration staff, contractors and field programs. You will play a key role in exploration planning, target generation, safety leadership, mentoring junior team members and delivering successful exploration outcomes.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor of Science (Geology) qualification
  • Minimum 8+ years of exploration geology experience
  • Strong experience across exploration drilling programs and target generation
  • Proven leadership experience supervising and mentoring geology teams
  • Experience managing contractors, budgets and exploration programs
  • Strong geological interpretation skills across geological, geochemical and geophysical datasets
  • Experience with Micromine, ArcGIS Pro/QGIS and geological databases
  • Strong understanding of Queensland mining legislation and safety requirements
  • Site Supervisor training (S123/G189 or equivalent)
  • Current C Class Driver's Licence
  • First Aid Certificate

What you'll get in return

  • 15/13 FIFO roster
  • Flights provided from Brisbane, Cairns, or Townsville
  • Camp accommodation and meals included
  • Opportunity to lead and influence exploration programs
  • Work within a collaborative and technically strong exploration team
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior geology personnel

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to tillyah.toamau@hays.com.au for review. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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