Geological Technician

CITIC Pacific Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a motivated Geological Technician to support the Geology team on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth to Cape Preston. Candidates should have 1+ years of mining experience and understand sampling theory and mining software. This role offers career progression opportunities and the chance to work at a world-class project.

Benefits

Career progression and training

Innovative work environment

Home-away-from-home setup

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ mining experience as a Geological Technician or Field Assistant.
• Knowledge of in-pit drilling and blast hole sampling.
• Current Forklift and WA Manual Driver’s licences are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collect high-quality geoscientific data such as samples and spatial data.
• Maintain geology equipment and work areas.
• Support near-mine resource drilling and assist in groundwater investigation programs.

Skills

Mining experience

Sampling theory knowledge

Attention to detail

Experience with mining software

Forklift licence

WA Manual Driver’s licence

Tools

AcQuire

Vulcan

Minestar

Trimble/GPS

Job description

Apply now Job no: 499160MM
Work type: Permanent Fulltime
Location: Cape Preston
Categories: Para Professional

The opportunity

We’re seeking a driven Geological Technician to support our Geology team on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth to Cape Preston.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect high-quality geoscientific data (samples, spatial data etc.)
• Validate and process grade control data in mining software
• Process blast movement and update daily production maps
• Maintain geology equipment, consumables and work areas
• Support near‑mine resource drilling: preparation, execution, storage and remediation, following all HSE requirements
• Assist groundwater investigation programs: supply, dewatering, depressurisation and quality assessments
• Operate and maintain groundwater/surface water equipment
• Prepare hydrology samples; conduct pit and tailings seepage inspections
• Collate and validate hydrology/groundwater data for regulatory reporting
• Install/retrieve blast monitors and support geotechnical slope stability monitoring (prisms, radars)
• Assist with contractor/consultant management and supervision

Skills & Experience

• 1+ years’ mining experience as a Geological Technician / Field Assistant
• Enthusiasm to learn sampling theory, QA/QC, ore loss/dilution and mining software
• Understanding of the impact of poor geoscientific data on operations
• Knowledge of in‑pit drilling, blast hole sampling, diamond, RC, hydro and geotech drilling
• Practical experience collecting accurate, efficient mining technical data
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and time management
• Experience with AcQuire, Vulcan, Minestar or Trimble/GPS highly regarded
• Current Forklift licence and WA Manual Driver’s licence (essential)

We’re looking for motivated team players, with good communication skills and a can‑do attitude.

What we offer

• The chance to work at an innovative, world‑class project
• A home‑away-from‑home environment
• Career progression and training

To apply

• Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
• Please note: it is a requirement that all internal applicants advise their immediate line manager of their application.
• Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position.

As an employee of CPM you’ll be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.

About CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM)

CPM is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia’s largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia’s Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new iron ore value‑adding industry for the nation, transforming magnetite ore into a high‑grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation – featuring a mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six‑line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state‑of‑the‑art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. Being an employee at CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) will enable you to take advantage of the multiple divisions of the group. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder of CPM, has more than 170,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.

Within CPM, everyone can develop their skills and knowledge, progress in the business and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution. We encourage our people to take the opportunities that are provided to reach their full potential - so they can achieve the best results for themselves, each other, and for CPM.

Advertised: 17 Nov 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 28 Nov 2025 W. Australia Standard Time