Discover the latest job opportunities across Europe in geology, mining engineering, mineral exploration, geotechnical engineering, and environmental geoscience. Key regions hiring include Scandinavia, Iberia, Germany, and the UK. Search for graduate roles, mid-level positions, and senior opportunities with leading mining companies and consultancies in the European resource sector.
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Company name: University of Cardiff
Sector: Lectureships and research
Job description: This is fantastic opportunity to work at one of the UK's premier institutes for teaching and research in economic geology, and with a geology and mining history stretching back over 100 years. We welcome outstanding applicants to help write the next chapter, part of which includes Transnational Education and our recently launched Exploration Geology degree in Kazakhstan.
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Job type: Full time
Work region(s): Europe
Salary: Not specified
Closing date: 6 October 2026
How to apply: Apply via link below.
Further info and/or link to apply: https://www.earthworks-jobs.com/jobpost/cardiff26091
Company name: Equivest Metals
Sector: Exploration geology
Job description: We are building a repeatable discovery process. We are at the cutting edge of mineral systems and exploration targeting workflows, and you will be expected to thrive in this space. Our generative projects cover more than a million square kilometres, and we complete them in months. We are looking for two geologists with 1 to 5 years of mineral exploration experience to join our team and help unlock the next discoveries. See details via link below.
Job type: Full time
Work region(s): Europe
Salary: Not specified
Closing date: 6 November 2026
How to apply: Apply via the link below
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Further info and/or link to apply: https://www.equivestmetals.com/careers.html
Company name: Petrolab Ltd
Sector: Structural geology
Job description: Petrolab seeks a seasoned Mineralogist for a fixed-term contract (potential permanent transition) to deliver mining, construction and materials projects.
Role: Run SEM and optical microscopy tests on concrete, rock, and aggregates to international standards. Write technical reports.
Requirements: Geology/engineering degree, professional petrographic experience, and UK work rights. Lab-based.
Benefits: 37.5 hrs/wk, 33 days holiday, pension, and healthcare.
Job type: Temporary, Full-time
Work region(s): Europe
Salary: Not specified
Closing date: 31 December 2026
How to apply: If you would like to apply, please send your CV with a covering letter outlining your relevant project experience to recruitment@petrolab.co.uk
Further info and/or link to apply: https://www.petrolab.co.uk/
Company name: Mining Magazine
Sector: Corporate social responsibility, Exploration geology, Finance, Mineral processing, Mine closure, Mining engineering, Mining geology
Job description: You will be part of the core MM editorial team responsible for covering the operational mining space through the publication of a daily newsletter and monthly print publication. As a reporter for MM, you will work with the editor and deputy editor to cover the daily news beat, as well as conceptualising and delivering on feature ideas. You will be an ambassador for the MM through industry events, social media and the development of your own industry network.
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Job type: Full-time, hybrid
Work region(s): Europe
Salary: Not specified
Closing date: Not specified
How to apply: Apply via link below
Further info and/or link to apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4458752416/
Company name: SLR
Sector: Exploration geology, Mining geology
Job description: Seeking a highly motivated Geologist to join our growing Mining Advisory team, which is part of our wider European Advisory service line. This is an exciting opportunity for an early‑career geoscientist to develop technical and consulting skills while working alongside an experienced, multidisciplinary group supporting clients across the mining and minerals sector. See details via link below.
Job type: Full time
Work region(s): Europe
Salary: Not specified
Closing date: Not specified
How to apply: Apply via link below
Further info and/or link to apply: https://slrconsulting.wd103.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SLRCareers/job/Remote-England/Graduate-Project-Geologist_JR102458
Company name: Lithosquare
Sector: Exploration geology
Job description: You will play a key hybrid role at the intersection of field operation (around 20%) and office work (80%). You will support field campaign execution while actively contributing to data compilation, targeting, and QA/QC across our exploration portfolio. See details via link below.
Job type: Full time
Work region(s): Europe
Salary: Not specified
Closing date: Not specified
How to apply: Apply via link below
Further info and/or link to apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/lithosquare/216402cc-5ece-4090-b708-cc7197289fc1
Company name: Knauf Deutschland
Sector: Mining geology
Job description: Provide technical leadership and operational oversight for open-pit gypsum quarry operations across the EMEA region, with a strong focus on health & safety, environmental compliance, operational efficiency and cost optimization
Support and challenge local quarry and plant teams to achieve high standards in mine planning, drilling and blasting, extraction, loading and haulage, stripping, reclamation and quarry rehabilitation.
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Job type: Full time
Work region(s): Europe
Salary: Not specified
Closing date: Not specified
How to apply: Apply via link below.
Further info and/or link to apply: https://karriere.knauf.de/jobs/8171857-head-of-mining-gypsum-quarries-emea-m-f-d?utm_source=LinkedIn