Exploration Geologist (Geology & Exploration)

Full Time

  Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines

  Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance, Western Australia, Australia

The Kalgoorlie Super Pit's history is a rich one. But we're more excited about what's to come. As mining technologies evolve, we're finding newer, more efficient ways to produce gold. That means creating a better place to work, and more opportunities for our people. It's an exciting time, and it's your chance to join the team that writes the next chapter of success at the nation's biggest gold producing mine.

Exploration Geologist

The Role:

Working a residential, family friendly roster (5:2), the successful candidate will assist the Mine Technical Services Team conduct near mine exploration activities on and around Kalgoorlie's famous Golden Mile.

Essential requirements:

  • Tertiary qualification in Geology.
  • Three years' experience in near mine exploration (preferably underground gold).
  • Experienced in underground diamond drilling program design and execution.
  • Knowledgeable in scheduling diamond drilling programs with mine planning teams.
  • Core logging and associated data management skills.
  • Proficiency with industry standard software (Vulcan and Leapfrog preferred).
  • Exposure to surface diamond drilling activities (preferred).
  • Developed interpersonal and communication skills.
  • National Police Clearance (valid within last 3 months).
  • Current Unencumbered Western Australian "C" Class Drivers Licence.

Compensation

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary package including 10% superannuation, health allowance and study assistance. Joining the KCGM team also means that you are eligible for our performance and loyalty quarterly bonus scheme.