Senior Geologist

Senior Geologist (Permanent Appointment)

Perth, Western Australia (Hybrid)

The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:

Contribute

- give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.

Develop

- grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.

Thrive

- find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.

As a member of DMPE, you will help support the development of Western Australia’s resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations. We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.

The Role

Generates specialty map products on mining industry activity and commodity distribution.

Provides geoscientific advice within their field of expertise to internal and external customers.

Records workflow data and reports to manager as required.

Tracks industry activity by compiling and editing the Mines and Mineral Deposits (MINEDEX) database and other corporate mineral-oriented databases.

Accountable to manager for meeting agreed quality, quantity and time targets and use of resources.

Qualifications & Licenses

Bachelor of Science (Geoscience) or an approved equivalent degree.

Relevant post-graduate qualification(s) and eligibility for Membership to the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG) or Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AUSIMM) would be an advantage.

Benefits Working for DMPE

Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)

Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)

20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)

17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave

15 days personal leave per year

13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)

18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)

3 public holidays in lieu per year

5 days reproductive leave per year

10 days disability leave per year

5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring

Formal training options

Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions

Interested? Click on “Apply” now to learn more about the role and how to apply for the position.

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