About this role
Key Accountabilities
Job Title
Important Tasks / Activities / Outcomes
Safety & Supervision
· Demonstrate proper safety awareness and understand and mitigate safety concerns in the field.
· Oversee daily tailgate meetings to enhance safety protocols.
· Oversee safety documentation including, but not limited to, job safety analyses, risk assessments, and equipment and workplace inspections.
· Supervise and train geology interns, Geologists-in-Training, and field support staff, ensuring their effective contribution to project objectives.
Surveying & Prospecting
· Plan and execute geochemical and (rarely) geophysical surveys and prospecting activities.
Core Processing & Drill Supervision
· Supervise geological core processing, including geotechnical logging, geological logging, sampling, core photography, specific gravity measurements, core cutting, and sample shipping in collaboration with Geologists-in-Training, Geotechnicians, and other P.Geos or Project Managers on-site.
· Supervise drilling activities, including drill site setup, progress tracking, and ensuring adherence to safety standards.
Mapping, Interpretation & Quality Assurance
· Provide strong geological mapping and interpretation, contributing to the overall understanding of project sites.
· Ensure the quality of data captured during programs meets company standards and the ethical standards of applicable regulating bodies.
Project Management & Reporting
· Project and deliverable management of field programs and office-based tasks.
· Oversee GITs in project preparation, logistics, and updating budgets.
· Generate targets using collected field data (often also conducted in the field).
· Oversight of data acquisition, data compilation, and report writing.
· Data validation and interpretation for input into geological models.
· Provide support to GITs in drafting assessment and technical reports and maps.
· Analyze and interpret written reports for sign-off.
Position Requirements
Requirements
Required
Education
· Bachelor's degree in Geology or satisfying the Geoscientists Canada's Knowledge and Experience guide
Experience
· Minimum 3 years prior experience in mineral exploration or related field.
Designations & Certifications
· Professional Geologist (P.Geo) with APEGA, OGQ or other provincial legislative body, in good standing.
· Standard First Aid and CPR level C.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Able to make independent decisions on projects.
· Understand the risks and consequences of project decisions.
· Good understanding on exploratory drilling programs.
· Familiarity and application of the Dahrouge Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Plan and the Professional Practice Management Plan (must be reviewed and signed during orientation).
Working Conditions
Fieldwork
• Exposure to harsh weather, challenging terrain, and potential hazards like wildlife and adverse conditions.
• Geotechnical core logging requires lifting up to 60 lbs and sustained concentration.
Office Work
• Generally controlled, with occasional pressure, particularly around deadlines.
• Minimal hazards, but discomfort may arise from extended computer use.
Overall
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to protocols and PPE in the field.
• Hazard exposure varies by project and season, requiring adaptability.
• Clear communication is essential for safety and team support.