Senior Geologist - Resource Development

Want to be part of something great? At Greatland, we’re building a sustainable future in mining driven by responsible exploration, development, and production of precious and base metals. As our business grows, so does our need for talented, motivated people.

Join a team where your contribution matters, your skills are valued, and progress is made every day. Greatland’s core values of integrity, safety, teamwork, accountability, responsibility and results are at the heart of its sustainable operating culture.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Geologist – Resource Development to join our team at Telfer. In this key leadership role, you will drive the technical aspects of the onsite resource definition, and mine development drilling programs, ensuring quality data is collected, value is maximised and geological models produced are at a high level. 

This role will be a lead member of the team that is in charge of modernising the near mine exploration, challenging previous geological concepts and with a little luck delivering ongoing Resource growth at one of Australia’s most iconic deposits for years to come.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

You’ll play a pivotal role in both technical delivery and team leadership, including:

• Leading interpretation of drilling results using 3D modelling software (e.g. Leapfrog, Micromine)
• Assist with underground and surface drilling programs management ensuring safe, efficient and cost-effective execution of drilling programs
• Reviewing and validating geological interpretations in line with deposit-scale models
• Mentoring and developing Project and Graduate Geologists
• Establishing and maintaining high standards for logging, sampling and QAQC processes
• Ensuring high-quality geological data capture, validation and governance within systems such as acQuire
• Delivering clear technical reporting and contributing to resource estimation workflows

Safety Leadership

As a statutory supervisor, you will lead by example in fostering a strong safety culture, ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with WHS regulations, company systems and best practice. You will actively manage risk, ensure team competency, and intervene where necessary to maintain a safe working environment.

About You

You are a technically strong and proactive geologist with a passion for resource development and team leadership. You bring:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Earth Sciences
• WHS Risk Management certification (or ability to obtain)
• 7+ years’ experience in resource development or exploration geology
• Strong capability in geological modelling and software (Leapfrog, Vulcan, Micromine, acQuire)
• Proven experience delivering resource definition drilling programs
• Solid understanding of QAQC, sampling theory and geological logging
• Experience with copper-gold mineralisation systems

Desirable:

• Experience contributing to mineral resource estimates
• Demonstrated mentoring or leadership experience
• First Aid certification
• Valid manual driver’s licence

Telfer Operations

At Telfer, you’ll be part of a high-performing geology team working on a significant gold-copper operation. This role offers the opportunity to influence resource growth, mentor emerging talent, and contribute to long-term mine value in a technically challenging and rewarding environment.

Telfer is a long-life gold-copper mine in the Paterson Province of Western Australia’s East Pilbara region. The operation includes both open-pit and underground mining and Australia’s third-largest gold-copper processing facility. Since commencing production in 1975, Telfer has produced over 15 million ounces of gold. The site operates on a fly-in fly-out basis and offers a wide range of onsite recreational facilities to support workforce wellbeing.

Why Greatland?

Join a growing team where your contribution matters, your skills are valued, and progress is made every day. Greatland possesses two long mine life assets at Telfer and Havieron that present remarkable opportunities for the right candidate to grow and make a difference in long-life underground mining projects. We offer:

• Attractive salary package plus performance-based incentives
• Milestone service awards recognising your commitment and achievements
• Education assistance to help you grow and develop your career
• Flexible salary packaging options, including novated leasing
• Parental leave designed to support you and your family
• Income protection insurance to safeguard your financial wellbeing

Apply Now!

Applications close 22nd of May, 2026

Shortlisting will begin immediately, and Greatland reserves the right to close the advertisement early if required.

As part of Greatland’s pre-employment process, candidates must complete a full medical assessment, provide evidence of Australian work rights, and be able to apply for an Australian National Police Clearance.

At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.

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