Working as a Geologist in Australia
There is a demand for geologists across Australia especially in the Mining industry. Many employers require geologists with a minimum two years experience supported by a relevant University qualification. Experience in hard rock and soft rock is especially sought after including all metals – base and ferrous, nickel, zinc, silver, copper, platinum, coal, iron ore and mineral sands.
High demand geologist roles include:
Geology - Exploration
• Exploration Geologist
• Senior Exploration Geologist
• Project Geologist
• Senior Project Geologist
• Chief Geologist - Exploration
• Exploration Manager
Geology - Mining / Production
• Mine Geologist (underground)
• Mine Geologist (open cut / open pit)
• Senior Mine Geologist (underground)
• Senior Mine Geologist (open cut / open pit)
• Chief Geologist - Mining
• Geology Manager (JORC competent)
Mathematical geologists with specialist data modelling and resource estimation experience. Popular software packages include Vulcan, Datamine, Minescape, GEMCOM.
• Modelling and Resource Geologist
• Senior Resource Geologist
• Principal Resource Geologist
• Associate Resource Geologist
Office based geologists:
• Database Geologist
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