Kinross Gold Corporation

Canada - Project Geologist

Kinross Gold Corporation$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Geology (B.Sc. minimum)
  • Eligibility for Professional Geologist designation (APGO, APEGM)
  • 2-4 years of relevant work experience
  • Preferred mining industry experience
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Willingness to travel for 50-75% of the time
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities
  • Strong organizational skills and self-starter attitude
  • Experience with GIS software (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Working knowledge of French is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in planning and coordination of onsite exploration programs
  • Participate in and oversee field activities such as drilling and mapping
  • Handle logistics for exploration programs
  • Implement and monitor QAQC protocols
  • Prepare geological maps and technical reports
  • Maintain geological database quality and integrity
  • Manage budget as assigned by Exploration Manager
  • Provide assistance in data evaluation and program planning
  • Contribute to data research and project generation.

Benefits

  • Travel opportunities across various project sites
  • Contributions to environmental health and safety management
  • Work rotationally in diverse locations
  • Exposure to various exploration methodologies and technologies
  • Engagement in professional development through certification pathways.
Full Job Description
Canada - Project Geologist

Posting Date: 8/27/26

Location: Toronto, ON, CAN,

Job Summary

The Project Exploration Geologist will contribute to the planning and execution of various exploration programs throughout Canada. The role will include supporting property scale programs, overseeing contractors, and ensuring that the health and safety guidelines of the corporation are strictly adhered to. The candidate must be willing to travel to the various project sites and work on a rotational basis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist property scale exploration programs through:
    • Coordination of onsite personnel and contractors
    • Participation and oversight of field programs (drilling (core logging), field mapping, geochemical, etc.)
    • Handling program logistics
  • Implement/monitor QAQC protocols
  • Preparation of maps and technical reports
  • Maintain the quality and integrity of the geological databases
  • Maintain budget as assigned by Exploration Manager
  • Provide assistance in the evaluation/interpretation of data and contribute to the planning of exploration programs
  • Participate and contribute in researching and compiling data for project generation


Qualifications and Skills

  • Degree in Geology (B.Sc. minimum)
  • Must be eligible to obtain a certified Professional Geologist designation (APGO, APEGM)
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of related work experience
  • Previous experience in the mining industry is preferred
  • Strong critical thinking and problem solving abilities
  • Ability and desire to travel and work in different locations for variable amounts of time (50-75% time in the field)
  • Good communication skills and proven ability to work with others.
  • Strong organizational skills and able to work with a minimum of supervision.
  • Experience in the use of GIS software (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS)
  • Working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of software (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
  • Working knowledge of French is an asset


Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions, including who moves forward in the process, are made by a human.

Existing Vacancy

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

About Kinross Gold Corporation

Kinross Gold Corporation is a Canadian-based gold mining company with mines and projects in Canada, the United States, Brazil, Chile, Russia, Ghana and Mauritania, employing approximately 9,300 people worldwide. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The company's mines are located in some of the most stable and mining-friendly regions globally. Kinross is focused on delivering value through operational excellence, financial discipline and responsible mining.
Learn more about Kinross Gold Corporation
Size
8,970 employees
Market Cap
$5.2 billion
Industry
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+1.4%
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