Exploration Geologist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 14, 2026. ERM scores B on the Alion truth index.
ERM is seeking a motivated and capable Perth-based Geologist to join our team and support projects across Australia and internationally. This role is ideal for a geologist with 1-5 years of industry experience who enjoys fieldwork, technical problem-solving and working collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain ERM’s high standards for health and safety, and technical excellence.
Plan and execute exploration field programs.
Conduct and oversee drilling programs, ensuring strong safety performance and adherence to QA/QC protocols.
Collect, validate and manage geological, geochemical and spatial datasets.
Undertake geological mapping, sampling and field investigations.
Interpret geological data and contribute to technical reporting and client deliverables.
Develop and maintain GIS databases and spatial analyses.
Support 3D geological modelling and visualization.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on environmental, mining and sustainability projects.
About You:
Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geoscience or a related discipline.
1-5 years of relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated field competency in:
Drill program supervision
Sampling programs
Geological mapping
QA/QC implementation and monitoring
Field safety and risk management
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to travel and undertake fieldwork as required.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work across a variety of projects.
Highly Valued:
Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS and/or QGIS).
Experience using Leapfrog Geo for 3D geological modelling and interpretation.
Exposure to geochemistry, mineral resource evaluation or exploration targeting.
Experience working with environmental consulting projects.
Reporting experience in accordance with industry standards (JORC familiarity advantageous).
Who We Are:
As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM beliefs that include Together we Challenge, Expertise is our Superpower, and Impact Ignites us.