Mining Employment Services is seeking two experienced Drilling Geologists for a well-established lithium mining operation in Western Australia.
The company is involved in a significant lithium project, with ongoing mining and processing operations supporting the growing battery minerals sector.
The positions are expected to commence around 1 January 2027 for approximately six months, working an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth.
Key Responsibilities
Drilling Operations & Technical Duties
- Coordinate day-to-day grade control drilling activities, including field preparation and ensuring adequate supplies and consumables.
- Supervise RC drilling operations, undertake geological logging and provide sampling instructions.
- Ensure accurate geological data entry, validation and quality control.
- Maintain QA/QC standards across the grade control drilling program.
- Review and sign off on drilling contractors' daily performance sheets.
- Prepare weekly progress reports and provide updates on drilling activities.
HSE
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across drilling operations.
- Ensure drilling activities are undertaken safely and in accordance with site procedures and statutory requirements.
- Supervise drilling contractors and field personnel to ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
- Identify and report safety and environmental incidents and hazards.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Geology.
- 3–5 years' experience in a drilling-related geology role, preferably involving RC drilling.
- Previous experience supervising drilling activities and contractors.
- Sound understanding of geological sampling, data management and QA/QC procedures.
- Current WA driver's licence.
- Strong communication, organisational and safety awareness skills.
Position Details
- Roster: 8 days on / 6 days off, FIFO from Perth
- Hours: 11.5-hour days
- Commencement: Approximately 1 January 2027
- Duration: Approximately 6 months
- Positions Available: 2
If you have relevant drilling geology experience and are available for a January commencement, we encourage you to apply.
To apply, please submit your current CV outlining your relevant experience and availability