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. Westgold Resources is offering an exciting opportunity for Exploration Geologists to join our Exploration & Growth team on a permanent 8:6 roster, working across the Murchison and Southern Goldfields regions. As a successful incumbent, you'll contribute to a diverse range of exploration programs aimed at identifying and developing new resources, while also supporting activities related to project advancement. Exploration is a key driver of Westgold's success. Our exploration team is responsible for both brownfields and greenfields exploration across our tenure. Duties will include but not be limited to; Oversee the implementation and supervision of drilling programs. Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality geological logging and sampling of all drilling activities. Validate data accuracy and integrity prior to commencing geological interpretations. Apply appropriate QA/QC protocols to maintain data quality and reliability. Compile and analyse all available geological data within project areas to identify prospective targets. Conduct geological mapping and sampling, integrating findings with existing data to generate robust exploration targets. Prepare geological plans, cross-sections, and long sections with clear and accurate interpretations. Assist in the planning, coordination, and supervision of heritage surveys. Ensure all exploration activities comply with heritage and environmental requirements. Communicate heritage and environmental obligations clearly to team members and contractors prior to field activities. Prepare and deliver various reports as required, including geological, weekly, monthly, completion and summary reports. What do I need?: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Geology from a recognized tertiary institution A valid WA 'C' class manual driver's license Foundational GIS skills, with experience using QGIS and MapInfo Familiarity with 3D geological modelling software such as Leapfrog or Micromine Hands-on experience supervising drill rigs (Diamond, Reverse Circulation, Air Core) Strong capabilities in exploration data collection, interpretation, and analysis Effective oral and written communication skills, including technical reporting Proven ability to deliver projects within set timeframes Demonstrated strengths in planning, analysis, report writing, and stakeholder communication High-level administrative skills, with a strong focus on meeting deadlines A proactive, self-starting attitude with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team The Westgold Offer A range of benefits including: A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer Performance based bonus Group salary continuous insurance A health and wellness allowance Health insurance discount A range of Family and Medical leave policies that includes IVF, surrogacy and adoption. Referral Bonus - bring your mates along! 5 years' pro rata long service leave Salary sacrifice options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free confidential counselling, wellbeing services that includes financial advice. Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by Work 180 can be seen on the Work180 website. Westgold is driven by our core values of Show Respect, Choose Safety and Deliver Value. We believe that these values define our culture, behaviours and actions. We appreciate that not everybody will tick every box for their next dream role, but if you believe that you can bring the passion and drive to contribute to our operations and our values resonate with you then apply now! Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and be able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance and an Australian driver's licence (or be able to obtain). Westgold is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone matters. We believe diversity is a strength and true diversity includes those from First Nations People, various cultures, age groups, Neurodiverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, diverse abilities and religions. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings and that diverse teams leads to innovation and success. Our goal is to have safe and respectful environments where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and we strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Westgold appreciates that standard recruitment processes are not accessible for everyone. If you believe you require additional support or accommodations, so you feel comfortable participating in our recruitment process for this or any of our roles, please feel free to email inclusion@westgold.com.au Westgold reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. We will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.
