Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc, lead and molybdenum. The company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favourable mining jurisdictions in Australia, Papua New Guinea, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean and North America.
Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Boddington offers a unique opportunity to live in the South West, only 130 kms from the Perth CBD and approximately 100kms from the coast so there will be plenty of time to enjoy the lifestyle this area has to offer. One of the largest gold producers in Australia, you will join a diverse team and have the opportunity to advance your career with an innovative company dedicated to safety, environmental management, inclusion and diversity.
With good rosters and a unique opportunity to live locally and go home each day, we also provide DIDO with accommodation in our Village.
Your impact
Reporting to the Supervisor Geologist, in the position of Exploration Geologist, you will be responsible for executing and supervising exploration programs, interpreting geological data, and delivering meaningful insights that inform decision‑making across the business.
This is a hands‑on technical role where you’ll balance field execution, data interpretation and planning, while working closely with site teams, enterprise technical experts and external partners. You’ll also contribute to developing junior geologists and building consistent, high‑quality exploration capability.
As part of our team you will
- Design and supervise exploration programs to ensure delivery against approved objectives, schedules and technical standards
- Monitor exploration performance against KPIs, providing clear reporting, analysis and recommendations
- Supervise exploration and contractor activities, ensuring compliance with safety, contractual and technical requirements
- Compile, assess and interpret geological, geochemical and analytical data to generate accurate, actionable insights
- Plan, schedule and deliver exploration work programs across a 3‑month to 1‑year planning horizon
- Provide mentoring, training and technical guidance to junior geologists
- Contribute to the preparation of budgets, long‑term work programs and business plans
- Report on program progress and support implementation of technical recommendations
- Collaborate with internal technical specialists, site teams and external service providers
- Demonstrate visible felt leadership in health, safety, sustainability and external relations
Prerequisites for your success in the role
- Professional degree in Geological Science or a related discipline
- Eligible for registration with a relevant professional body (e.g. PGeo), or qualified for immediate registration
- Experience in exploration management, strategic planning, and brownfields exploration
- Experience designing, supervising and delivering exploration programs, including performance tracking
- Strong ability to analyse complex datasets and translate findings into meaningful technical insights
- Exposure to data visualisation and geological modelling tools such as Leapfrog, along with logging and geological database software (e.g. Acquire), is desirable
- Sound knowledge of exploration management practices, regulatory compliance requirements and emerging technologies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to non‑technical audiences
- A practical, hands‑on problem‑solving mindset with strong judgement and attention to detail
Your work environment
This role is based at Boddington Gold Mine and operates on an 8 days on / 6 days off roster. You will be part of a high-performing processing team within a complex gold operation that prioritises safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Village accommodation is available for the ideal candidate.
Why join Newmont
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine responsibly and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
Applications close 21 April 2026
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.
We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow
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