Exploration Geologist
- Coordinate and maintain the drilling program to drive exploration success.
- Supervise drill rigs and geological logging while ensuring sampling quality.
- Mentor field teams and generate new exploration targets.
- Immerse yourself in an inclusive, diverse and supportive culture
- Outstanding opportunity to work with a high performing gold business
- Site based | 8:6 FIFO – Permanent position
Regis Resources is an ASX 100-listed Australian gold producer with a market capitalisation of approximately $6 billion. The Company operates a large-scale portfolio of open pit and underground mines in Western Australia and continues to progress a pipeline of development and exploration opportunities. Regis’ assets include the 100% owned Duketon Gold Project and a 30% interest in the Tropicana Gold Project. The portfolio is further supported by the highly attractive 2.7Moz McPhillamys development opportunity in New South Wales.
Regis has delivered consistent operational performance, driving record cash generation and strong profitability in recent years. This performance and the strength of the portfolio underpin the Company’s purpose of growing long-term value for shareholders, our people, and our communities by mining safely and responsibly.
The opportunity
We are currently looking for an experienced Exploration Geologist to join the team at our Duketon operation.
As an Exploration Geologist, you’ll play a pivotal role in uncovering opportunities and driving the success of our exploration programs. This is a hands-on position where technical expertise meets innovation — from supervising drill rigs and interpreting geological data to mentoring field teams and generating fresh exploration targets. You’ll thrive in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly shape the future of our projects and help unlock the full potential of the Duketon belt in the search for the next 500Koz Orebody”.
This is a FIFO role (8:6 roster) from Perth.
The main responsibilities of this role include:
- Drive exploration success: by coordinating and maintaining the drilling program in partnership with Project and Senior Exploration Geologists
- Lead from the field: with drill rig supervision, geological logging, and interpretation, while safeguarding sampling quality
- Ensure operational excellence: by overseeing drilling activities to meet industry standards, deliver cost efficiency, and maximise resource outcomes
- Foster strong team performance: by supervising & mentoring contractors, consultants, and field personnel, ensuring clear instruction and safe practices
- Deliver insights that matter through accurate, timely daily and weekly reporting that supports project decision-making
- Shape the future of exploration: by assisting in the design and optimisation of drilling programs and strategies
- Generate new opportunities: through mapping and sampling programs that identify next-generation exploration targets
- Safeguard data integrity: by maintaining accurate records and geological information systems critical to project success
- Support leadership: by contributing to operational reports and providing strategic input to the Senior Exploration Geologist
About you
To be successful for this role, you will have:
- A degree in Science (Geology Major)
- Knowledge of Archaean geology, including Yilgarn gold deposits and conceptual models
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, Micromine, or other GIS and geological modelling package
- Well developed communication skills (oral and written)
- Work autonomously and within a team environment
- Meet deadlines and manage priorities to meet deadlines
- Current WA class C manual drivers licence
- 4WD competency (certified) mandatory
- Current Senior First Aid Certificate
What we can offer:
- Career development opportunities
- Collaborative work environment where your input matters
- Employee service awards and employee referral incentive
- Supportive and highly experienced leadership team
- Wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters (EAP)
- Competitive salary with annual incentives
As Regis Resources continues its evolution from mid-tier gold miner to a leading Australian gold producer, this is a unique opportunity to join Regis. We pride ourselves on building a team first culture that is focused on high-performance, growth, profitability and success within a Zero Harm working environment.
Your own career pathway is vitally important, and we will work with you to provide opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that our People bring, and we encourage anyone with a diverse background to apply.
How to apply
When applying, please attach a current cover letter and resume.
Prospective candidates must have the right to work and live in Australia for this position.
Applications Close – 2nd October 2026
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