Westgold Resources
gold mining
SeniorGeologist–ResourceDefinition
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“Senior Geologist – Resource Definition at Westgold Resources. Skills: Resource definition drilling, Resource growth, Geological data analysis and interpretation, Team leadership. Lead and supervise resource definition drilling, logging, and QAQC processes. Manage and mentor geologists, graduates, and technicians”
What You'll Achieve.
Grow resources; Shape Life of Mine outcomes; Deliver production outcomes; Influence operational success; Develop a high-performing geology team; Influence resource growth and long-term mine planning
Industry & Context.
Analyse and interpret geological data to support resource growth and optimisation
Medical screening, Drug and alcohol screening, Right to work checks, Valid Australian national police clearance, Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
7+ years’ experience in mining geology, Demonstrated leadership experience within a production environment, technical capability across drilling, data management, and geological interpretation, Experience with Surpac, Experience with Leapfrog, Experience with QAQC processes, Ability to influence, communicate, and drive performance across multidisciplinary teams, medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks, able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance, able to provide an Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain)
Nice to Have
gold experience preferred
What You'll Do.
Lead and supervise resource definition drilling
Manage and mentor geologists
Plan and coordinate drilling programs aligned with Life of Mine strategies
Analyse and interpret geological data to support resource growth and optimisation
and cost-effective geological operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with mining and technical teams to deliver production outcomes; Drive performance across multidisciplinary teams
Communication Scope
Communicate across multidisciplinary teams
Process & Methodology
Plan and coordinate drilling programs
Full Job Description
Westgold Resources is shaping the future of gold mining in Western Australia. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team who shares our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business. ### **About the Opportunity** Westgold is seeking a driven and technically strong **Senior Geologist – Resource Definition** to lead drilling programs, grow resources, and play a key role in shaping Life of Mine outcomes. This is a leadership role offering the chance to influence operational success while mentoring and developing a high-performing geology team. ### **What You’ll Be Doing** * Lead and supervise resource definition drilling, logging, and QAQC processes * Manage and mentor geologists, graduates, and technicians * Plan and coordinate drilling programs aligned with Life of Mine strategies * Analyse and interpret geological data to support resource growth and optimisation * Collaborate closely with mining and technical teams to deliver production outcomes * Ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective geological operations ### **What You’ll Bring** * 7+ years’ experience in mining geology (gold experience preferred) * Demonstrated leadership experience within a production environment * Strong technical capability across drilling, data management, and geological interpretation * Experience with Surpac, Leapfrog, and QAQC processes * Ability to influence, communicate, and drive performance across multidisciplinary teams ### **Why Westgold?** * Directly influence resource growth and long-term mine planning * Lead and develop a capable, site-based geology team * Work in a fast-paced environment where your impact is visible and valued ### **Apply Now** If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in a growing gold business, we’d love to hear from you. **The Westgold Offer:** A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer **A range of benefits including:** * Performance b
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