Principal Geologist

  • Gold Mining
  • Ontario (Local or Rotations Available)
  • C$140,000 to C$150,000 + Stock Options + Medical/Dental/Vision Plans + Paid Time Off + Long-Term Incentives
  • JOB-2898 PKI

This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a team focused on advancing one of the largest undeveloped gold properties in Canada.

The Position:

Reporting to the Vice President of Technical Services and Geology, the Principal Geologist will lead the geological interpretation of the company’s ore bodies and support the execution of its drilling programs.  Primary duties will include:

  • Ownership of the geological interpretation of gold deposits, including the development of geological maps, cross-sections, long sections and level plans, utilizing all available data
  • Collaborating with the resource modelling and database team to ensure geological interpretations and mineralization controls are properly captured in the resource models
  • Implementing systems and procedures required for the execution of all technical aspects of diamond drill programs, including core logging, core cutting, sampling, and QA/QC
  • Collaborating in the development of geological, geochemical and geophysical, technical procedures to ensure they are fit for purpose and exceed industry standards
  • Ensuring proper collection of exploration data
  • Compiling technical data as required as either technical reports or as presentations
  • Completing geological logging and collection of data from drill core and field projects
  • Mentorship of geologists in core logging, data collection and geological interpretation
  • Data consolidation, technical due diligence, and development of exploration plans
  • Collaborating in the development of diamond drill programs

The Candidate:

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate:

  • Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences required
  • Master’s degree in Geological Sciences preferred
  • Minimum of ten years experience in mineral exploration required
  • Experience with Leapfrog Geo, MX Deposit, Geosoft, and Arc-Pro preferred
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite is required
  • A valid and clean driving record is required
  • Physically fit; Ability to lift 40lbs is required

The Company:

Our client is an Ontario-based exploration company focused on advancing a 100% wholly owned gold project which is one of the largest undeveloped gold projects in North America, with over 85Moz of gold produced to date.  The company is committed to building a great culture, including a safe work environment and leaving a sustainable legacy on its host communities. As the company continues to grow exponentially, you will be joining a team where you’ll want your friends and family to join you, where you can use your trade, education and experience as well as develop new skills and abilities, and where you can really hit the ground running and develop your full potential.

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