Contract Geologist – Northern Saskatchewan
Top Benefits
About the role
Denison is redefining mining by Powering People, Partnerships and Passion. We are
trailblazers in uranium mining, adopting an innovative climate positive approach to mining by
deploying ISR methods and building durable partnerships with Indigenous groups in northern
Saskatchewan. As a Certified™ Great Place to Work®, our success is fuelled by empowering
employees with engaging work, unique development opportunities, and lucrative rewards –
resulting in an exceptionally talented, diverse, and motivated team throughout all levels of the
organization. Flexible and agile thinking ensures our workplace is one where talent thrives,
innovation flourishes, and people have fun leveraging their passions to create powerful partnerships and positive
results.
THE ROLE:
The Contract Geologist will support Denison’s Exploration team and will primarily concentrate on core logging
activities in the Northern Athabasca Basin. Additional responsibilities will involve collecting, interpreting, and
modelling field and subsurface data to further the development of Denison's flagship Wheeler River exploration
claims, as well as other properties. This is a fixed-term contract with an expected duration of 12 months. The
successful candidate must be willing and able to regularly travel and work on a 2-week on/2-week off
rotation at a remote field camp in the Northern Athabasca Basin.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
With progressive experience across all aspects of the mining lifecycle, the Contract Geologist provides field-based
oversight of drilling operations. Additional qualifications and attributes include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary
institution is required.
- Ideal candidates should possess relevant work experience in mineral exploration or mining, with a preference
for uranium experience.
- Experience with GIS applications and 3D modelling packages (Leapfrog, Vulcan, Surpac, etc.) is preferred,
along with office productivity software, including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP, accompanied by a willingness
to learn and use other technologies and software as required.
- Proficient organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple
responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills that support safe, collaborative and inclusive relationships with peers and
contractors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate, persuade and influence others.
- Adept at managing performance against key milestone deliverables.
- Strong problem-solving skills combined with a continuous improvement mindset to adapt in a dynamic and
changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to think critically and effectively evaluate and resolve complex problems.
- An uncompromising commitment to always working safely, and reporting hazards or unsafe conditions
immediately.
- Possession of a Drivers’ License that is valid and in good standing, and the willingness to operate/be trained
to operate vehicles in remote areas is required; Experience driving an ATV is an asset.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Accurately log, photograph and sample drill core, including high-grade uranium mineralization.
- Ensure that all geoscientific data is collected accurately and stored appropriately.
- Coordinate drill pad and trail preparation, spotting and stopping holes, and rig moves.
- Collect wireline geophysical data upon completion of drill holes.
- Assist in the interpretation and modelling of the geological and geochemical results.
Contract Geologist
Location: Northern Saskatchewan
• Generate drill targets, collaborate on drillhole planning and permitting, execute drill programs, and ensure the
collection of quality geological data.
- Complete data compilation accurately and in a timely manner to support continued and upcoming field
program activities
- Prepare written reports on program status and actively participate and contribute to status update meetings
as required.
- Report any hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, accidents and/or incidents immediately and report to
work fit for duty.
- Exhibit best practices and behaviors related to both physical and psychological safety for oneself and
colleagues by performing all responsibilities and tasks in accordance with the Company’s established policies,
protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Perform other duties as assigned or as may be required.
TO APPLY:
To submit your resume and cover letter, choose one of the following methods:
CLICK: Contract Geologist (Core EMAIL: jobs@denisonmines.com
Logging) - Saskatoon, SK
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Denison offers a competitive compensation and benefits
package, including health and dental coverage, and a retirement savings plan.
OUR COMMITMENT:
Denison is dedicated to creating employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and residents of the
communities in which we operate. We encourage Indigenous applicants and those from these communities to apply
and to voluntarily provide relevant information in their application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous
candidates.
At Denison, we place a high value on diversity of backgrounds and experience. We strive to create an inclusive
workforce that reflects a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Our team members are empowered to
excel based on their personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Reasonable
accommodation during the hiring process is available upon request.
OUR COMPANY:
Denison Mines is a publicly traded company and a Certified Great Place to Work*®* with a 70-year legacy of uranium
mining, exploration, and development in Canada. The company has an effective 95% interest in its flagship Wheeler
River Project, which is the largest undeveloped uranium project in the eastern portion of the prolific Athabasca Basin
region of northern Saskatchewan. Denison also owns interests in the McClean Lake uranium mines and mill, the
Midwest project and the Waterbury Lake project. Collectively, Denison has a project portfolio covering ~385,000
hectares in northern Saskatchewan. For more information visit our website at www.denisonmines.com.
Contract Geologist – Northern Saskatchewan
Top Benefits
About the role
Denison is redefining mining by Powering People, Partnerships and Passion. We are
trailblazers in uranium mining, adopting an innovative climate positive approach to mining by
deploying ISR methods and building durable partnerships with Indigenous groups in northern
Saskatchewan. As a Certified™ Great Place to Work®, our success is fuelled by empowering
employees with engaging work, unique development opportunities, and lucrative rewards –
resulting in an exceptionally talented, diverse, and motivated team throughout all levels of the
organization. Flexible and agile thinking ensures our workplace is one where talent thrives,
innovation flourishes, and people have fun leveraging their passions to create powerful partnerships and positive
results.
THE ROLE:
The Contract Geologist will support Denison’s Exploration team and will primarily concentrate on core logging
activities in the Northern Athabasca Basin. Additional responsibilities will involve collecting, interpreting, and
modelling field and subsurface data to further the development of Denison's flagship Wheeler River exploration
claims, as well as other properties. This is a fixed-term contract with an expected duration of 12 months. The
successful candidate must be willing and able to regularly travel and work on a 2-week on/2-week off
rotation at a remote field camp in the Northern Athabasca Basin.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
With progressive experience across all aspects of the mining lifecycle, the Contract Geologist provides field-based
oversight of drilling operations. Additional qualifications and attributes include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary
institution is required.
- Ideal candidates should possess relevant work experience in mineral exploration or mining, with a preference
for uranium experience.
- Experience with GIS applications and 3D modelling packages (Leapfrog, Vulcan, Surpac, etc.) is preferred,
along with office productivity software, including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP, accompanied by a willingness
to learn and use other technologies and software as required.
- Proficient organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple
responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills that support safe, collaborative and inclusive relationships with peers and
contractors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate, persuade and influence others.
- Adept at managing performance against key milestone deliverables.
- Strong problem-solving skills combined with a continuous improvement mindset to adapt in a dynamic and
changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to think critically and effectively evaluate and resolve complex problems.
- An uncompromising commitment to always working safely, and reporting hazards or unsafe conditions
immediately.
- Possession of a Drivers’ License that is valid and in good standing, and the willingness to operate/be trained
to operate vehicles in remote areas is required; Experience driving an ATV is an asset.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Accurately log, photograph and sample drill core, including high-grade uranium mineralization.
- Ensure that all geoscientific data is collected accurately and stored appropriately.
- Coordinate drill pad and trail preparation, spotting and stopping holes, and rig moves.
- Collect wireline geophysical data upon completion of drill holes.
- Assist in the interpretation and modelling of the geological and geochemical results.
Contract Geologist
Location: Northern Saskatchewan
• Generate drill targets, collaborate on drillhole planning and permitting, execute drill programs, and ensure the
collection of quality geological data.
- Complete data compilation accurately and in a timely manner to support continued and upcoming field
program activities
- Prepare written reports on program status and actively participate and contribute to status update meetings
as required.
- Report any hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, accidents and/or incidents immediately and report to
work fit for duty.
- Exhibit best practices and behaviors related to both physical and psychological safety for oneself and
colleagues by performing all responsibilities and tasks in accordance with the Company’s established policies,
protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Perform other duties as assigned or as may be required.
TO APPLY:
To submit your resume and cover letter, choose one of the following methods:
CLICK: Contract Geologist (Core EMAIL: jobs@denisonmines.com
Logging) - Saskatoon, SK
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Denison offers a competitive compensation and benefits
package, including health and dental coverage, and a retirement savings plan.
OUR COMMITMENT:
Denison is dedicated to creating employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and residents of the
communities in which we operate. We encourage Indigenous applicants and those from these communities to apply
and to voluntarily provide relevant information in their application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous
candidates.
At Denison, we place a high value on diversity of backgrounds and experience. We strive to create an inclusive
workforce that reflects a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Our team members are empowered to
excel based on their personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Reasonable
accommodation during the hiring process is available upon request.
OUR COMPANY:
Denison Mines is a publicly traded company and a Certified Great Place to Work*®* with a 70-year legacy of uranium
mining, exploration, and development in Canada. The company has an effective 95% interest in its flagship Wheeler
River Project, which is the largest undeveloped uranium project in the eastern portion of the prolific Athabasca Basin
region of northern Saskatchewan. Denison also owns interests in the McClean Lake uranium mines and mill, the
Midwest project and the Waterbury Lake project. Collectively, Denison has a project portfolio covering ~385,000
hectares in northern Saskatchewan. For more information visit our website at www.denisonmines.com.