Lead exploration strategy and programme delivery for a gold business, identifying and advancing opportunities that support the growth of the company's mineral inventory.

This is an Australia based headquarters role, working across exploration strategy, technical review, budgeting and engagement with site and corporate teams.

Company

A gold mining business with exploration interests throughout Australia. The company is focused on building a quality project pipeline and converting exploration opportunities into sustainable resource growth.

Accountabilities

• Set exploration priorities and lead the development of exploration programmes across the company's Australian portfolio.
• Review geological data, exploration targets and project opportunities to guide investment decisions.
• Oversee programme design, budgeting, scheduling and performance tracking.
• Work with site teams, consultants and corporate leaders to coordinate exploration activity.
• Ensure exploration results are interpreted consistently and incorporated into geological models and resource planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve exploration methods, data quality and project delivery.
• Assess new prospects and support technical due diligence where required.
• Maintain appropriate standards for safety, environmental management and regulatory compliance.
• Present exploration strategy, results, risks and recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in gold exploration, including responsibility for setting and delivering exploration programmes and overseeing resource development in preparation for operations.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate projects and translate geological understanding into clear priorities.
• Experience managing budgets, consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of Australian geology, exploration practices and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting technical advice to senior leaders.
• Ability to travel to sites and projects as required.