Mining - Exploration & Geoscience (Mining, Resources & Energy)
Full time
Competitive Salary & Discretionary Bonuses
Westgold Resources is an innovative and progressive West Australian gold producer located in the Murchison and Southern Goldfields regions of WA. We are looking for people with passion and drive who want to advance their careers. With new mines, new equipment and a new energy across our business, there's never been a better time to join Westgold. About the opportunity Westgold's Higginsville Project forms 1,900km2 of contiguous tenure throughout the southern Norseman-Wiluna Greenstone Belt. The tenure overlays some of the region's most prospective ground for mineralisation, inclusive of the Boulder-Lefroy and Zuleika Shear Zones which play host to many of the major gold deposits throughout the belt.
Reporting to the Senior Exploration Geologist, the Project Exploration Geologist will be responsible for generating high-quality exploration drill targets whilst working collaboratively with the exploration team to implement exploration programs to cost-effectively test those targets with the aim of discovering new resources.
This position will be offered on a permanent family-friendly 8/6 roster and will be primarily based around Westgold's Southern Operations.
The role includes Executing approved exploration programs to discover new economically significant gold deposits in a safe, timely and environmentally responsible manner.Helping drive discovery and growth through the identification and development of exploration targets from the analysis and interpretation of historical data, geology/structural reviews, geochemistry, geophysical data, and drilling results.Preparing, managing, and reporting on exploration programs including AC, RC, and DD drilling, geophysical surveys, geological field mapping, and surface geochemical sampling.Good understanding of AC, RC, and DD drilling methods including the timely and accurate collation of geological data (including QAQC) and reports.Providing mentoring to Junior Geologists and Field Assistants with a focus on project generation and field-based activities.Ensuring data is accurately collected, collated, and loaded into the database in a timely manner.Maintaining a proactive safety culture within the team.What do I need? Minimum 4 years' experience in Archean gold exploration.Strong technical abilities, with significant exposure to gold mineralisation systems and industry-current gold exploration techniques.Experience planning and safely executing field programs including the planning and supervision of AC, RC, and DD drilling activities.Strong written and verbal communication skills with a can-do attitude.Proficient in 2D and 3D software packages such as QGIS, Leapfrog, or Micromine.B.Sc Degree majoring in Geology.Current 'C' class manual driver's license.National Police Clearance - 12 month validity.The Westgold Offer: A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer.Performance-based bonus.Site Allowance (if applicable).Group salary continuous insurance.A health and wellness allowance.Health insurance discount.A range of Family and Medical leave policies that includes IVF, surrogacy, and adoption.Referral Bonus - bring your mates along!5 years' pro rata long service leave.Salary sacrifice options.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free confidential counselling and wellbeing services that include financial advice.Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by Work 180 can be seen on the Work180 website.
We appreciate that not everybody will tick every box for their next dream role but if you believe that you can bring the passion and drive to contribute to our operations, we encourage you to apply.
Westgold is driven by our core values of Show Respect, Choose Safety and Deliver Value. We believe that these values define our culture, behaviours and actions. We appreciate that not everybody will tick every box for their next dream role, but if you believe that you can bring the passion and drive to contribute to our operations and our values resonate with you then apply now! Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and be able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance and an Australian driver's licence (or be able to obtain).
Westgold is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone matters. We believe diversity is a strength and true diversity includes those from First Nations People, various cultures, age groups, neurodiverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, diverse abilities and religions. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings and that diverse teams lead to innovation and success. Our goal is to have safe and respectful environments where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and we strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Westgold appreciates that standard recruitment processes are not accessible for everyone. If you believe you require additional support or accommodations, so you feel comfortable participating in our recruitment process for this or any of our roles, please feel free to email .
Westgold reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. We will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.
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