The Company
RSC is a leading geological consultancy committed to solving complex problems for our clients around the world. We are discovery thinkers and technology trailblazers in the mineral resources industry, and our culture of innovation, excellence and collaboration has driven the success of some of the world’s most significant mining projects.
The company is renowned for integrity and accuracy in scientific approach and communication and looks to connect and collaborate with like-minded professionals.
More can be learned about RSC at www.rscmmecom, or follow us on LinkedIn at ww.linkedin.com/company/rsc-mme-ltd, or check out our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@rscyoutube
The Role
We are seeking a Technical Editor/Peer Reviewer with a passion for reviewing geological and technical content. This is an instrumental role supporting our global team of technical specialists, with a strong focus on reviewing and refining scientific and geological reports, papers, and documents to ensure they are accurate, clear, consistent with our in-house style, and client-ready. This role is a casual role, based in Perth. Hybrid remote or fully remote working conditions will be considered for the right applicant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review content for clarity, consistency, structure, grammar, style and technical accuracy in line with RSC’s standards and Style Guide.
- Work closely with geologists and other technical professionals to improve the readability and quality of specialist reports without altering technical intent.
- Provide constructive editorial feedback and guidance to authors on writing style, structure and presentation.
- Support document quality control in a fast-paced consulting environment.
About You
You are a collaborative and detail-driven editor who derives satisfaction from attention to detail and honing a finished document. You bring strong scientific literacy, sound editorial discernment, and ideally, hands-on experience to editing geological content. Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate:
- excellent UK English writing, editing, proofreading and peer review skills;
- strong ability to edit complex scientific and technical material for clarity, accuracy and consistency;
- excellent technical knowledge of MS Word, with advanced document formatting expertise;
- excellent understanding of document structure, formatting conventions, field codes and template development;
- professional communication with subject matter experts, and confident engagement with stakeholders at all levels;
- strong conceptual thinking, sound judgement, and a highly analytical approach;
- excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure;
- confidentiality, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion; and
- resilience and drive to overcome obstacles and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Relevant tertiary qualification in English, Communications, Science, Geology or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- At least 3 years’ experience in a similar technical editing or peer review role.
- Advanced proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Word.
Desirable
- Experience editing geological reports, or mineral resource documentation including standard operating procedures.
- Previous experience in the mineral resources consulting sector would be highly regarded.
- Familiarity with code-compliant reporting requirements (JORC, NI 43-101, S-K 1300, Valmin).
- Experience working within dynamic and high-energy environments.
- A background in geology, earth sciences, mining or another scientific discipline.
RSC employs innovative people based on merit. This is a brilliant opportunity to be involved in a successful company that is embarking on exciting new ventures.
Previous applicants are also encouraged to let us know of their availability. Agency referrals will not be accepted at this time.
