Senior Mine Geologist - Underground

  • Leonora
  • Permanent
  • Mon May 4 01:46:46 2026
  • JR1000810

Step into a pivotal leadership role at our Gwalia Underground Operation, where your geological expertise will drive performance, innovation, and team success! This is a rare opportunity to accelerate your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, on an attractive Lifestyle 8 days on 6 days off FIFO roster from Perth.

As Senior Mine Geologist, reporting to the Geology Manager, you will lead a dedicated underground Geology crew responsible for ore extraction processes, maximising productivity safely, efficiently and within budget, whilst fostering a positive team culture of safety, collaboration and excellence.

Key responsibilities will also include:

  • Optimise ore recovery and minimise dilution through smart drill programs
  • Collaborate with mining teams to meet production targets
  • Maintain and enhance geological models and grade control systems
  • Supervise operational activities and lead a high performing geology team
  • Set high standards of work to model best practice and achieve departmental goals
  • Develop and track KPIs for geology functions, including mapping, logging, and drilling
  • Supervise operational activities and lead a high performing geology team

About you

You’re a natural leader with a passion for geology and a people-first mindset. You thrive in fast-paced underground environments and bring a collaborative spirit to everything you do, whilst effectively managing the production demands.

You’ll also bring:

  • A tertiary qualification in Geology
  • Proven underground production experience (gold preferred)
  • Previous experience in a similar leadership role
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in Mining
  • Strong safety focus and team-first attitude
  • Manual C Class Driver’s License (minimum)
  • First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Why join us?

  • Grow with us in a supportive, forward-thinking team
  • Innovation, collaboration, and diversity at our core
  • Lifestyle Roster: 8/6 FIFO with excellent camp facilities
  • Competitive pay, salary sacrifice options, airport parking & more

Join the Genesis of a new growth story in West Australian Gold. Are you ready to be part of a dynamic and ambitious team at a growing ASX-listed gold house? At Genesis, we're dedicated to realising our vision of becoming The Trusted Australian Gold Miner, delivering high-quality, progressive operations with a target of +400koz annually. Genesis offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation in the prolific Leonora and Laverton region of Western Australia.

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