Geologist Salary in Australia (2026)
SEEK's Geologist page shows an average salary of $115,000 to $135,000 a year, based on pay disclosed in job ads (checked 10 October 2026). SEEK's Mining, Resources & Energy average for geologists is $133,040 a year.
Last checked 10 October 2026. Pay changes, so check the source before you rely on a figure.
What does a geologist earn?
Each row is one source, shown as that source states it. We do not average or blend them, because they measure different things. SEEK says its insights are based on full-time salary ranges employers disclosed on SEEK job ads. Some disclosed salaries include superannuation and other benefits, others do not.
| Figure | What it measures | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| $115,000 to $135,000 a year | SEEK's stated average salary range for the role "Geologist" in Australia. Based on full-time salary ranges employers disclosed on SEEK job ads. Some disclosed salaries include super and other benefits, others do not. | SEEK career advice, Geologist salary | 10 October 2026 |
| Median $125,000 a year | The middle point of SEEK's salary distribution for "Geologist", on the same disclosed-in-ads basis. | SEEK career advice, Geologist salary | 10 October 2026 |
| $95,000 to $155,000 a year | SEEK's 10th to 90th percentile spread. Most disclosed salaries fall inside it, with the lowest and highest tenth outside. | SEEK career advice, Geologist salary | 10 October 2026 |
| $133,040 a year average | SEEK's average salary for "Geologist" jobs in the Mining, Resources & Energy industry only. | SEEK career advice, Geologist salary | 10 October 2026 |
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What affects pay
Roster
No source we checked publishes a roster specific to geologists. SEEK says the job includes field work, so site-based roles may run on a FIFO or residential roster. Confirm it in the job ad. A parliamentary inquiry found FIFO cycles run from 9 days on and 5 off to 28 days on and 7 off, with a twelve-hour on-site day typical. The report is from 2013, so treat it as background.
Parliament of Australia, FIFO/DIDO inquiry report (2013)FIFO or residential
No source we checked gives a FIFO versus residential pay figure for this role, so we do not show one. When you compare offers, check whether the figure is a base rate or an all-in figure, and what the employer provides for flights, accommodation and meals.
Award or enterprise agreement
We have not mapped this role to a Mining Award level, because the award does not name it. The award minimums on this site do not apply to the figures above.
Industry
SEEK's average for Geologist in Mining, Resources & Energy is $133,040 a year. Its average for the same role in Engineering is $104,565.
SEEK career advice, Geologist salaryAward coverage
We have not mapped geologists to a Mining Award level. Treat the award minimums as irrelevant to this role.
Mining Industry Award 2020 (MA000011)
Tickets to check for as a geologist
Each employer and site sets its own requirements. Treat this as a list of what to look for in job ads, not a guarantee of what you need.
How to become a geologist
SEEK says you need a combination of education and experience.
Finding geologist jobs
Search the big job boards for current ads, and read the roster, award or agreement and ticket requirements in each one before you apply. These are plain search links, not endorsements.
Geologist salary questions answered
How much does a geologist earn in Australia?
SEEK's page shows an average salary of $115,000 to $135,000 a year, with a median of $125,000, based on salaries disclosed in job ads.
Do geologists earn more in mining?
On SEEK's figures, yes. Its Mining, Resources & Energy average for the role is $133,040 a year, against $104,565 in Engineering.
What do you need to become a geologist?
SEEK says you need a combination of education and experience. Check each job ad for the degree and field experience asked for.
Where to next
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