Discovery is an Americas-focused precious metals company with a diversified portfolio. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders by operating in a safe and responsible manner and having a positive impact on local communities.
Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mines. A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.
Title: Project Geologist
ID: 618
Location: Hoyle
Schedule: 4x3
Hourly Rate:
The Position
Reporting to the Senior Geologist – Growth Projects, the position will be part of the Exploration Department. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the successful planning, execution, and interpretation of the Exploration activities within a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide geological support to the Exploration team including generation of exploration targets, concepts, and models.
- Design diamond drill holes and prepare detailed layouts for drill crews.
- Ensuring geological data is collected to company specified standards, with strict adherence to QA/QC protocols and validated drill logs.
- Monitor daily drilling progress and conduct regular site visits to ensure compliance with safety and environmental guidelines.
- Compile and interpret 3D geological and assay data using industry-standard software, ensuring timely plotting and analysis.
- Contribute to weekly and monthly reporting requirements with accurate and up-to-date geological information.
- Communicate assay results, interpretations, and recommendations to supervisors in a timely manner.
- Visit drill sites to spot holes, assess safety and technical requirements.
- Assist with resource modeling and other geological tasks as needed
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Skills and Qualifications
- Honours Bachelor of Science (Geology) degree or higher
- Must hold an Ontario Professional Geologist designation.
- 7-10 years of gold exploration with significant experience in contractor management and exploration program implementation
- Experience with geological software (LeapFrog, Datamine etc.)
- Ability to communicate clearly & confidently, on a timely basis.
- Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Industry-standard training in First-Aid, WHIMIS, an asset.
Workplace Conditions
Site based position
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive total compensation package including:
- Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability, Healthcare and Wellness Spending Accounts, Virtual Care and Employee and Family Assistance Program;
- Company contributions into a Defined Benefits Pension Plan
- Discretionary Site Bonus Program;
Additional Information:
This posting is for an existing vacancy at Discovery Silver.
We thank all candidates in advance. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Discovery Silver welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Discovery is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Please note that we use artificial intelligence tools to screen applications and assess qualifications and selected candidates will be contacted by a human for an interview.