Geologist Exploration
St Ives - Kambalda, WA, AU, 6442
- Whether you're looking to relocate, live locally or FIFO from Perth, we offer an 8/6 roster with a 6% site allowance.
- Join the Exploration team at St Ives Gold Mine near Kambalda
- Tertiary qualification in Geology with exploration experience
The Opportunity
Join our Exploration team at St Ives Gold Mine, where you'll play a key role in advancing both brownfields and greenfields exploration programs across one of Australia's most prospective gold camps.
Working alongside an experienced and collaborative team, you'll collect and interpret geological data, support drilling programs, and identify opportunities that contribute to the discovery and growth of our mineral resources. This is an exciting opportunity to build your technical capability while making a meaningful contribution to the future of our operations.
Up to six months’ free, company-provided accommodation may be available for eligible candidates from under-represented groups (for example, women in mining and Indigenous Australians) relocating to Kambalda for permanent roles.
Accommodation includes basic furnishings and utilities and is subject to availability and housing policy, with support available to assist with transitioning to a lease after the initial six-month period. Eligibility and final terms will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Why You'll Love Working for Us
- Permanent role with a leading global gold producer.
- Residential (Kalgoorlie/Kambalda) or FIFO from Perth on an 8 days on / 6 days off roster with a 6% site allowance.
- Quarterly bonus of up to 10% and monthly private health insurance allowance.
- Five weeks annual leave, long service leave after five years and paid parental leave.
- $10,000 employee referral bonus.
What You'll Do
- Plan, execute and report on exploration programs across the mine lease and surrounding tenements.
- Conduct geological mapping, sampling, drilling supervision and geological interpretation.
- Provide technical support for exploration targeting, resource growth and geological understanding.
- Champion our values by fostering a safe, collaborative and inclusive team environment.
What You'll Bring
- Tertiary qualification in Geology and a current manual driver's licence.
- Experience in gold exploration with knowledge of drilling, geochemistry and geological interpretation.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for exploration, continuous improvement and teamwork.
About Gold Fields
At Gold Fields, we believe great leadership is grounded in empathy, respect and growth. Join a company where people, passion and purpose come together to create enduring value beyond mining.
We're proud to be endorsed by WORK180, recognising our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and build a rewarding long-term career. From day one, you'll be supported by experienced mentors and development opportunities to help you grow.
We recognise everyone's circumstances are different and are committed to supporting flexible ways of working where operationally possible.
Applications Close: Thursday 16 July 2026
How to Apply
To work for a company that aligns with your purpose, apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia