Key Accountabilities

Job Title

Important Tasks / Activities / Outcomes

Safety

• Understand and mitigate safety concerns in the field.

• Provide input into daily tailgate meetings to enhance safety protocols.

• Complete safety documentation including but not limited to job safety analyses, risk assessments, and equipment and workplace inspections.

Surveying and Prospecting

• Assist with project preparation and logistics.

• Conduct geochemical and (rarely) geophysical surveys and prospecting activities.

Core Processing

• Support core processing tasks such as geotechnical logging, geological logging, sampling, core photography, specific gravity measurements, and sample shipping in collaboration with Geotechnicians and Project Managers on-site.

Mapping, Interpretation and Quality Assurance

• Support geological mapping and interpretation, contributing to the overall understanding of project sites.

• Assist with data acquisition, data compilation and report writing.

• Ensure the quality of data captured during programs meets company standards.

Supervision

• Supervise drilling activities, including drill site setup, progress tracking, and ensuring adherence to safety standards.

• Assist with updating project budgets and drill tracking.

• Oversee geology interns and field support staff, ensuring their effective contribution to project objectives.

• Undertake supportive roles in managing projects with potential to manage small scale field programs.

Position Requirements

Requirements

Required

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or satisfying the Geoscientists Canada’s Knowledge and Experience guide.

Experience

• GIT II - Minimum 2 years prior experience in mineral exploration or related field.

• GIT III - Minimum 4 years prior experience in mineral exploration or related field.

Designations & Certifications

• Registered as a Geologist-in-Training with APEGA, OGQ or other provincial legislative body.

• Standard First Aid and CPR level C certified.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Able to take on projects independently and confidently in the office (when applicable) and in the field.

• Be able to contribute ideas and participate in larger projects.

• Provide a good understanding about industry standards.

• 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 hard weather conditions, such as extreme temperatures, precipitation, or challenging terrain. These factors can contribute to discomfort and physical exertion/strain.
• Field environments may pose hazards like wildlife encounters, challenging topography, or adverse weather events, with severity and frequency varying by project and season.
• Geological core logging can involve lifting of up to 60lbs repetitively and periods of intense concentration and pressure.

Office work

• Generally controlled, but periods of intense concentration and pressure may occur, especially during deadlines.
• Hazards are minimal compared to the field, with potential for discomfort during extended computer work.

Overall

• Safety: Strong commitment to safety required, with the need for adherence to protocols and appropriate PPE in the field.
• Variable conditions: Exposure to workplace hazards varies based on project, location, and season, demanding adaptability.
• Communication: Clear communication is crucial for addressing safety concerns promptly and supporting a supportive work environment.