Geologist Exploration

• 8 days on, 6 days off roster – FIFO from Perth or residential in Kambalda/Kalgoorlie

• Build your exploration career across diverse gold systems, with strong development opportunities

• Geology degree essential – exploration experience and exposure to orogenic gold highly regarded

Role Details:

Reporting to the Senior Geologist: Exploration, you will work in a team dedicated to progressing exploration targets from generative projects through to resource definition drilling and finally handover to production. We currently explore a diverse range of deposit styles, host lithologies and structural complexities resulting in a wide range of experiences to offer someone early in their career.

This role can be offered on a 8 days on 6 days off roster as either residential in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie OR Fly in Fly out from Perth. Bus transportation is offered to and from site for residential candidates and relocation assistance will be offered to the successful candidate if required.

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.

Benefits include:

• 6% Site Allowance & Private Health Insurance Allowance

• Quarterly Bonus Scheme

• Salary sacrifice options

• Increased annual leave entitlements

• Employee Assistance Program

• Long service leave pro rata after 5 years of continuous service

• Educational assistance

About the role:

• Extensive fieldwork including working remotely and independently on drill rigs to ensure drill programs are completed efficiently and effectively;

• Comprehensive geological and structural logging of Diamond Core and RC/AC chips;

• Section and map updates with drilling information;

• Digital input and validation of logging information;

• Sample selection for analysis; QAQC planning and evaluation;

• Daily liaising with drill contractor’s, tracking of drilling and sample dispatch;

• Working with geological and geophysical datasets to assist in interpretation of drilling results.

About you:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology (honours preferred)

• Previous exploration experience in orogenic gold systems is highly desirable

• Valid manual Driver’s Licence

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and exposure to relevant GIS, database and 3D software highly regarded

• Be self-driven and motivated to learn new skills and develop yourself as a professional Geologist

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we believe great leadership is grounded in empathy, respect, and growth. Join Gold Fields and be part of a company where people, passion, and purpose come together to create enduring value — beyond mining.

Join an organisation endorsed by WORK180 for our commitment to creating an environment where inclusion and belonging matter, and you can build meaningful, long-term careers in mining, with fabulous mentors to guide you through from day one.

We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are unique. We’re always open to conversations about flexible working arrangements that can help you balance work, family, and life.

How to Apply

To work for a company that aligns with your purpose, apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Tuesday 10 November 2026