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What MinRes can offer you

• Shape growing lithium and iron ore programmes by supporting increased drilling and developing Resource and short-term models for our MinRes projects.
• Build broad technical experience across resource estimation, 3D modelling, QAQC and geological data management in a high-performing Perth-based technical team.
• Make an influential contribution by delivering robust geological models that directly inform resource confidence, development planning and operational decisions.

The Opportunity

Mineral Resources (MinRes) is seeking an experienced Senior Resource Geologist to join our Exploration & Geology Technical Services team in Perth.

Reporting to the Principal Resource Geologist, you will support the growing resource-estimation requirements as drilling activity increases across our Lithium and  Iron Ore Operations. You will contribute to the development and maintenance of high-quality Resource Models helping deliver robust geological outcomes that inform project development and operational decision-making.

 This is an opportunity to apply your resource estimation expertise across a diverse portfolio of commodities, projects and mining environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate and document robust mineral resource estimates and resource models.
• Support the delivery of short-term geological models in response to increased drilling and operational requirements.
• Apply resource-estimation principles and geostatistical techniques across lithium, iron ore and other commodity programmes.
• Conduct data analysis and ensure drilling, sampling and assay datasets meet required QAQC standards.
• Use 3D geological-modelling software to interpret data, build models and communicate technical outcomes.
• Clearly communicate resource results, uncertainty and opportunities to technical stakeholders.
• Support resource-focused projects across multiple operating and exploration environments.
• Maintain high standards of safety, environmental responsibility and ethical reporting.

This is a chance to work in a technically influential Perth-based role with exposure to a range of commodities, projects and operating environments. You will join a collaborative technical team where your expertise will directly support resource development decisions and business growth.

What you’ll bring

To be successful, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Geology, Earth Sciences or a related discipline.
• At least 6 years’ experience in the mining industry, including five or more years in resource geology.

• Demonstrated understanding of mineral resource-estimation principles and practices.
• Experience developing and reporting resource models.
• Strong 3D geological-modelling capability using Vulcan and/or Leapfrog.
• A sound understanding of drilling-data QAQC principles and practices.
• Experience using the acQuire geological database.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams across diverse project settings.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach and commitment to safe, responsible and high-quality technical work.

About Mineral Resources

MinRes is a leading diversified resources company with extensive operations in iron ore, lithium, energy, and mining services across Western Australia. Our commitment to innovation and our people has made MinRes one of the ASX’s best performing companies since listing in 2006. 

Our Osborne Park headquarters offers worldclass facilities including a café, restaurant, commercial gym, crèche, daycare, and health centre. At MinRes, the future’s bright — be part of our next chapter