Project Geologist

5 days ago

Goldfields WA, Australia NORTHERN STAR RESOURCES Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Join Northern Star at Thunderbox and play a pivotal role in delivering our Life of Asset (LOA) strategy. As a Project Growth Geologist, you'll uncover new opportunities, advance resource development, and provide the geological insights that shape the long-term future of the operation.

What you can look forward to:

  • Assist in developing and advancing projects that support the LOA strategy, ensuring long-term mine success.
  • Plan and execute drill holes to unlock the geological potential across the Thunderbox tenure — both surface and underground.
  • Build wireframes of geology and mineralisation to guide resource development and exploration growth.
  • Design, schedule, and coordinate drilling programs, ensuring timely and accurate data delivery.
  • Communicate plans and progress clearly with stakeholders across site and corporate teams.
  • Supervise drill contractors, ensuring safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations.
  • Analyse, interpret, and model geological data to support growth-focused decision-making.
  • Mentor and develop geologists, sharing knowledge and passion for discovery.

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

Experience & Skills

  • Solid grasp of geological processes, rock types, and mineralogy.
  • Skilled in data interpretation using ArcPro, Excel, Datamine, Leapfrog, and Acquire.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Proactive, growth-focused mindset with enthusiasm for discovery.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (minimum) in Geology or related field.
  • 3+ years' experience in a mining environment (gold preferred).
  • Proven experience managing drill rigs and contractors.
  • Exposure to geological modelling and wireframing.
  • Current WA "C" Class driver's licence.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

  • Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance
  • Short-term incentive bonus program
  • 5 weeks annual leave for site-based employees
  • Employee Share Plan programs
  • Gold standard parental leave policy
  • GoldSTARR rewards program – discounts on everyday expenses
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential counselling
  • Salary continuance (income protection) insurance from commencement
  • Salary sacrificing options including novated leasing & remote living benefits

Eligibility:

All applicants must meet pre-employment requirements including medical, drug and alcohol screening, valid Australian work rights, and national police clearance. Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

At Northern Star, everyone plays an important role, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

Ready to rock on? Click the 'Apply' to submit your application.

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