Senior Assistant : Geology

Senior Assistant : Geology

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exploration teams and manage geological operations at St Ives Gold Mine.
  • Company: Join Gold Fields, a top gold producer committed to safety and community.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a permanent role with bonuses, health allowances, and generous parental leave.
  • Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in exploration activities and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Residential from Kalgoorlie/Kambalda | 8:6 roster

Be part of active exploration across the St Ives Gold Mine.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the Mine Geology team at St Ives Gold Mine. You will contribute to safe and efficient geological operations through accurate sample management, data collection, and collaboration with geologists and mining personnel.

Why Join Gold Fields?

  • Permanent role with a leading gold producer
  • 6% site allowance and quarterly bonus up to 10% annually
  • Monthly private health allowance
  • 18 weeks parental leave

Skills & Qualifications

  • Hold a manual Driver’s Licence
  • Current HR driver’s licence and Forklift License
  • Experience coordinating exploration activities in a remote environment
  • Strong Field leadership or supervisory experience
  • Proven experience in a similar role with extensive knowledge of core farm operations and exploration drilling
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral
  • Demonstrated high level of safety standards and leadership in a multi-disciplinary environment

About the Role

  • Oversee day-to-day exploration activities and in-field leadership
  • Ensure QA/QC compliance across sampling and assaying
  • Maintain strong safety, environmental, and cost awareness
  • Assist the Supervisor: Geological Services in managing the day-to-day activities of the geological assistant team
  • Supervision of a diverse team of Geology Assistants in the core shed
  • Ability to set and manage priorities in a dynamic work environment, including the identification and development of talent within the team
  • Ensure timely delivery of sample submissions
  • Ensure all Geological consumables are maintained

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we’re proud to be one of the world’s leading gold producers and more importantly, we’re a team united by a commitment to safety, respect, and creating lasting value for our people and communities. We’re building an inclusive workforce where diverse perspectives drive success. We welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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Contact Details:

Gold Fields Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Assistant : Geology

Geological Operations
Sample Management
Data Collection
Field Leadership
Exploration Activities Coordination
Communication Skills
Safety Standards