Full Job Description
The Project Geologist Exploration reports to the Exploration Superintendent, and the primary role is to undertake planning, and supervision of exploration activities, interpretation and reporting of exploration results in a safe, effective and efficient manner, to produce increases in mineral resources.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety Requirements
- Display a clear commitment to safety and health and seek to eliminate or control the risks of injury and/or damage to equipment.
- Operate in accordance with and comply with the Company's Safety and Health Policy, and with all site policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Proactive involvement with continuous OHS improvement processes.
- Active participation in all communication and awareness systems.
- Actively participate in hazard reporting and other risk identification and control processes to mitigate risks in the workplace.
- Follow exploration safety protocols when working around helicopters and performing helicopter-assisted fieldwork and drill operations.
- Certification of bear safety shotgun course.
Environmental Requirements
- Be aware of the environmental consequences associated with the tasks they perform and ensure environmental risks of tasks are assessed and mitigated prior to starting them.
- Display a clear commitment to responsible environmental management.
- Operate in accordance with the Company's Environment Policy, and comply with other site environmental policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Manage all activities in a manner that prevents pollution and minimizes damage to the natural environment.
- Minimize waste generation through reduced consumption and increased re-use and recycling.
Specific Departmental Requirements
- Plan, budget, and supervise the execution of exploration programs to test targets, define or upgrade mineral resources.
- Supervise and mentor Graduates, Geologists and Geological Technicians.
- Supervise contractors and suppliers engaged in the exploration activities on the project area.
- QAQC monitoring and validation of exploration results.
- Provide timely and relevant information as requested by the supervising geologist.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and statutory reports.
- Deliver periodic progress reports on time and in the correct format.
- Liaise with Growth, Resource and Operational Geology functions, Metallurgists and Engineers.
- Undertake additional responsibilities as reasonably requested by the supervisor.
Qualifications Required
- Degree majoring in Geology from a recognized tertiary institution.
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant progressive experience.
- Knowledge of mapping, structural geology, geochemistry, geophysics, drilling and sampling techniques. Some understanding of resource estimation methods and experience in field work.
- Good communication skills.
- Current Driver's License from a U.S. State.
Desired Experience & Competencies
- Able to manage a prospect scale project including, interpretation, drill design and drilling logistics.
- Competent user of Leapfrog Geo, able to create a resource ready geological model.
- Computer literacy - Microsoft Office, AcQuire, Reflex Hub, ArcGIS and LeapFrog Geo.
- Demonstrate the ability to maintain or exceed best industry practice in all geological and environmental tasks.
- Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
- First Aid certificate.
- MSHA Certification
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Shortlisting for this role will begin immediately.
Candidates living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Delta and Tok regions will be given first consideration.
Due to the large volume of applications, only applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted.