Advertised: 17 October 2026
Woodlark Mining Limited
Mining, Oil and Gas | Milne Bay
Woodlark Mining Limited

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The Role

Woodlark Mining Ltd is seeking a motivated Geologist to join our Geology and Exploration team on Woodlark Island.

The role will report to the Senior Geologist and provide geological field and technical expertise for Geology, Woodlark Gold Project.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct target generation and exploration field work over a mature gold project.
  • Working with incomplete datasets and provide work proposals with recommendations in-line with company objectives.
  • Execute approved work plans in the field and manage a small field team.
  • Familiar with surface sampling techniques and effective sample collection methodology.
  • Willing to log reverse circulation chips and diamond drill core.
  • Familiar with reverse circulation and diamond core sampling methods and aware of QA/QC requirements in Exploration and Resource Definition drilling.
  • Manage sample submissions, conduct queries and resolving issues when they occur.
  • Track and review analytical reports and flag anomalous results.
  • Recommend further work programmes based on historical and reported results.
  • Attention to detail, with the ability to tabulate and report results.
  • Proactive attitude to OHS&E in the workplace.

About You

  • Tertiary qualifications in Geology.
  • At least +5-years relevant gold exploration experience in LS style system. Previous exposure to porphyry style systems would be an advantage.
  • Field skills including surface mapping.
  • Previous exposure to Woodlark geology would be an advantage, but not essential.
  • Sound written and verbal communication skills.
  • Computer literacy with MS Office Suite.
  • Exposure to digital logging software.
  • Ability to use Micromine and/or MinePlan (Minesight 3D) and exposure to GIS software (e.g., QGIS, Datamine Discover).

The Offer

Join a dynamic and motivated team of industry professionals who understand the demands and practices of mining projects.

This position offers a 28/14 FIFO roster and a competitive salary package based on experience.

Applications close on 31 October 2026, although we may begin reviewing them earlier. If you do not hear from us within twenty working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

To apply, please email your resume to: [email protected]

More information

Job ID: #28920

Industry: Mining, Oil and Gas

Location: Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea

Company: Woodlark Mining Limited

Company Description: Geopacific Resources Limited (ASX:GPR) is currently focused on developing the 1.7MoZ† The Woodlark Gold Project in Papua New Guinea is a high margin gold project located in on the Woodlark Island in the Milne Bay province

Company Website: https://geopacific.com.au/

Source: www.pngworkforce.com


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