Brightstar Resources is a dynamic ASX listed gold company committed to a Gold Standard of excellence, creating value through exploration, development, mining, and production across Western Australia’s premier goldfields.
We are the proud owner and operator of our Second Fortune, FISH Gold Mine and the expanded Sandstone district home to the region’s largest Mineral Resource inventory, in the next 12 months we have a process plant build, launching open pits and expanding our underground operations. (2.4Moz @ 1.5g/t Au). With a commanding land position and clear strategic growth, we’re building something significant and this is your chance to be part of shaping the future of a growing gold operation.
We are currently seeking a Senior Geologist to join our team at the Lord Byron open pit operation. Reporting to the Geology Manager and working an 8/6 roster, this is a unique opportunity to help establish the Open Pit Geology function from the ground up as operations commence. Suited to a technically capable and proactive Senior Geologist, the role offers significant ownership, leadership responsibility, and the chance to shape geological practices within a new mining operation.
As the Senior Geologist, your key responsibilities will include:
- Lead and establish the grade control function for a new open pit operation, including design and execution of initial and ongoing GC drilling campaigns
- Develop, maintain and continuously improve grade control and geological models, ensuring alignment with mine planning and production requirements
- Supervise and mentor Mine Geologists, Pit Technicians and contractors, driving high standards in safety, data quality and performance
- Analyse drilling, mapping and sampling data to optimise ore definition, minimise dilution and maximise recovery
- Partner closely with Mining Engineers to support short-term planning, reconciliation and operational performance
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Geology or Geoscience with strong experience in open pit production environments, ideally hard rock gold
- Demonstrated expertise in grade control processes, including RC drilling programs, sampling, QA/QC and reconciliation
- Proven experience in geological modelling and data interpretation (e.g. Leapfrog, Vulcan, Surpac, etc.)
- Strong leadership capability with experience supervising Mine Geologists and Pit Techs in a production environment
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Mining, Survey and Processing teams to optimise ore recovery and minimise dilution
What we offer
- A genuine opportunity to shape a growing gold operation
- Competitive salary package + incentive bonus
- A supportive and driven team environment
- A role with real influence and visibility across the business
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re looking to play a key role in a growing gold company, apply now and be part of Brightstar’s next phase of growth.
