Exploration Field Assistant

5 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Ramelius Resources Ltd Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

Field Assistant | Exploration | 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO

About Us At Ramelius Resources, gold mining isn't just what we do — it's who we are. From our humble beginnings at Wattle Dam to becoming one of Australia's most trusted and successful gold producers, we've built a legacy on performance, innovation, and vision.

With profitable operations, bold expansion plans, and exciting exploration projects underway, we're investing in cutting-edge technology and new greenfield sites to shape the future of mining — sustainably and responsibly.

What truly sets us apart? Our people. At Ramelius, passion and purpose drive everything. We foster a culture where careers thrive through opportunity, respect, and shared ambition. When you grow, we grow.

The Ramelius Exploration team encompasses near mine resource definition and regional discovery exploration programmes across multiple mineralisation styles and lithology.

Exploration programmes range from early stages soil sampling to advanced resource definition programmes surrounding the Mount Magnet operation in the Midwest and the Rebecca-Roe tenements located approximately 150km east of Kalgoorlie.

The Role Working as part of a small, collaborative team and reporting to the Field Technician Leading Hand, you'll provide practical support for exploration activities on drill programs and core yard environments. You can expect your role to include:

  • Daily collection of drilling and surface geochemical samples, following QAQC protocols.
  • Accurate recording, storage, and dispatch of samples to the laboratory.
  • Marking out drill sites and access routes.
  • Assisting with drill site earthworks, site preparation, and rehabilitation to statutory and company standards.
  • Collecting geophysical data (pXRF, ASD, etc.) accurately and on time.
  • Managing field supplies, sample trays, consumables, and equipment; and
  • Actively participating in safety meetings and identifying hazards in the field.

About You

You're practical, adaptable, and enjoy working outdoors in a hands-on role. You take pride in accuracy, safety, and teamwork. You'll also bring:

  • Previous experience as a Field Technician, Field Assistant or Geology Technician (exploration or mining environments).
  • Competent using GPS and map reading.
  • Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
  • First Aid Certification.
  • Forklift licence (Desirable).
  • HR driver's licence (Desirable).
  • Current WA "C" Class manual driver's licence; and
  • National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain).

We offer a competitive, industry-benchmarked salary with performance bonuses, benefits and strong support for your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work. With a excellent prospective pipeline of projects, 17 year mine life in the operations and an exciting growth agenda, there has never been a better time to join Ramelius's success.

Next Steps

We can't wait to hear from you

Click the Apply button now or stay updated on our career opportunities by visiting our website and clicking on the Careers tab.

Please note: At times, we may engage with our agency partners who have accepted terms of business in place with Ramelius. Unsolicited or speculative applications from agencies or third parties will not be accepted at this time.

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