Date: 20 Jan 2026
Location: WA, AU
Company: Greatland Pty Ltd
Want to be part of something great? At Greatland, we're building a 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.
Why Greatland?
* 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
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Exploration Geologist to join our regional greenfields exploration team in the search for the next Havieron or Telfer.
Reporting to the Project Exploration Manager, you will manage and deliver exploration programs across AC, RC and diamond drilling, from planning through execution, interpretation and reporting. You will work closely within a small, high-performing field team in remote settings, taking real technical ownership of projects.
This is a permanent role, Field work will be campaign style (approx. 2:1) during the field season.
Key Responsibilities
* Integrate and interpret geological, geochemical and geophysical datasets to generate targets
* Plan and execute greenfields exploration programs in remote environments
* Supervise AC, RC and diamond drilling; logging and 3D interpretation
* Ensure high-quality data collection and QAQC standards
* Champion safety, heritage and environmental compliance in the field
* Contractor supervision, rig audits and daily safety meetings
* Manage field data integrity and database quality
* Conduct project and regional assessments with clear recommendations
* Maintain proactive communication within the exploration team
* Support field logistics and camp operations as required
About You
* Tertiary qualification in Geology
* Minimum 5 years' exploration experience
* Strong skills in multi-element geochemistry, geophysics and structural interpretation
* Sound understanding of mineral systems and 3D geological interpretation
* Proven AC, RC and diamond drill rig management experience
* Knowledge of indigenous heritage, safety and environmental requirements
* Strong analytical, scientific and critical-thinking capability
* Excellent communication skills
* Proficiency in MS Office, Micromine, QGIS, iOGas or equivalent
* Experience working from remote greenfields bush camps
* Manual driver's licence with genuine off-road 4x4 experience
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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.
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.