At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead geological projects, ensuring quality outcomes and effective team performance.
- Company: Join South32, a leader in sustainable mining with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous parental leave, superannuation contributions, and performance bonuses.
- Other info: FIFO/DIDO role with great onsite facilities and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a role that supports a low-carbon future.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Geology and experience in underground or open-pit geology.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low‑carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville. Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose‑built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS
- 26 weeks full‑paid, or 52 weeks half‑paid parental leave for primary carers
- 14% superannuation contributions
- Annual short‑term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role is a 12‑month fixed‑term contract on an 8:6 Thursday-to-Thursday day‑shift roster, FIFO from Brisbane and Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires. As the Senior Geologist, you will be responsible for leading geological projects from planning through delivery, ensuring quality geological outcomes are achieved safely, on schedule and within budget while maintaining effective contractor and team performance.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:
- Oversee drill scheduling, logging, sampling, analysis and resource definition
- Maintain accurate geological data and drillhole database integrity
- Lead Project Geologists and support teams to deliver consistent, high‑quality outputs
- Partner with Environment, Cultural Heritage and technical teams to meet regulatory requirements
ABOUT YOU
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
- Extensive underground, open‑pit and/or exploration geology experience
- Drill programme design, scheduling and implementation across surface drilling methods
- Project, contractor and team leadership within a mining environment
- Advanced capability with Datamine, Leapfrog, acQuire, Deswik and Microsoft Suite
Qualifications for this position are:
- Tertiary qualification in Geology
- Mining Supervisor (G1, G8, G9) qualification, or the ability to obtain prior to commencement
- Current Drivers Licence
South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
This job advert will close on 27th October 2026.
Senior Geologist Mine Projects employer: SOUTH32 Limited
South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and employee well-being at our Cannington operation in beautiful northwest Queensland. With a permanent position and an 8:6 roster, employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance, alongside opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development in the field of condition monitoring. The unique FIFO and DIDO arrangements provide flexibility for those living in Brisbane, Townsville, or Mount Isa, making it an attractive option for skilled technicians seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
