Geologist : Mining
Full Time NEW

At Gold Fields, we recognise that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and excellence. That’s why we’re committed to creating opportunities that work for you. 

Located 20km south of Laverton in the Goldfields region of Western Australia, Granny Smith is a world-class gold mining operation with a strong pipeline of discovery and development.  

Why Join Gold Fields? 

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer: 

• A family-friendly site roster to support your work-life balance  

• 6% Site Allowance & Private Health Insurance Allowance 

• Quarterly Bonus Scheme to recognise your contributions. 

• Virgin Velocity reward points 

• Salary sacrifice options 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Long service leave pro rata after 5 years of continuous service 

• Educational assistance to help you continue to grow and learn. 

This FIFO role from Perth if offered on 8 days on, 6 days off roster. 

Your role: 

Reporting to the Senior Mine Geologist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality geology services while working closely with the Mining Team to maximise operational efficiency and ore recovery. This includes: 

• Assist with diamond core logging of underground grade control and exploration programs; 

• Support the Mining Team in maximising ore recovery and minimising dilution; 

• Collect and analyse underground grade control data (face mapping, face sampling, core logging) in preparation for block modelling; 

• Assist with underground diamond drill rig management; 

• Utilise site systems and QA/QC protocols to ensure the quality and integrity of data; and, 

• Contribute to the delineation, extension and discovery of Reserves. 

What You Bring: 

You’ll bring your proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach and bring the following skills and experience: 

• Bachelor of Science majoring in Geology: 

• Previous mining industry experience – preferably gold – with exposure to mine geology, grade control practices and reserve/stope definition drilling: 

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and mining software such as Datamine and Leapfrog or similar: and, 

• Possess a current manual Driver’s Licence 

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we believe great leadership is grounded in empathy, respect, and growth. Join Gold Fields and be part of a company where people, passion, and purpose come together to create enduring value beyond mining.

Join an organisation endorsed by WORK180 for our commitment to creating an environment where inclusion and belonging matter, and you can build meaningful, long-term careers in mining, with fabulous mentors to guide you through from day one.

We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are unique. We’re always open to conversations about flexible working arrangements that can help you balance work, family, and life.

How to Apply

To work for a company that aligns with your purpose, apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 18 August 2026