Chief Production Geologist- EN

IAMGOLD Corporation; Gogama; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Pension Plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Job summary

IAMGOLD Corporation is seeking a Chief Production Geologist for the Côté Gold operation in Ontario. The role provides technical leadership across Grade Control, Mine Exploration, and Resource teams, reporting to the Geology Superintendent and guiding a team of 71 professionals.

You will advance safety-focused, sustainable development of mineral resources, drive workforce capability, and collaborate with Mine Engineering, Drill & Blast, and Operations to optimize ore feed and long-term mine life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or equivalent and professional registration.
• 10+ years of mining operations, exploration, and resource modeling experience.
• At least 5 years of supervision experience.
• Strong leadership, planning, and communication in a mining environment.
• Proficiency with Excel, Leapfrog, Deswik and MineSight.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field mapping and wall face sampling to track ore body.
• Build a collaborative team and train junior geologists.
• Define ore and waste boundaries to protect mill feed.
• Oversee grade control model updates and blast movement parameters.
• Ensure safe working conditions by coordinating with geotechnical engineers.
• Design and manage RC and DDH drilling to extend mine life.
• Maintain 3D geological models for planning.

Skills

Leadership

Geology expertise

English communication

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Tools

Excel

Leapfrog

Deswik

MineSight

Job description

Description

We are IAMGOLD. Innovative, Accountable Mining. IAMGOLD is a Canadian-based gold mining company with operations and development projects across North America and West Africa. With flagship operations such as the Côté Gold Mine in Ontario—one of Canada’s largest and most technologically advanced gold mines,we’re not just mining gold; we’re shaping the future of mining. We believe mining can be different. By combining innovation with a strong commitment to sustainability and accountability, we create lasting value for our people and the communities where we operate. At IAMGOLD, when we engage, empower, and support each other, we create extraordinary outcomes—delivering value for our people, partners, and stakeholders while building stronger, more resilient communities. At Côté Gold, we’re leading the way in modern mining. With an 18+ year mine life, Côté Gold will inject C$5billion in wages into the economy and create lasting benefits for the region. Over 600 full-time jobs and strong partnerships with Mattagami and Flying Post First Nations mean you’ll be part of something bigger—building prosperity and progress for generations. Industry leaders call us “a model for modern mining and sustainability”, and you can help write the next chapter.

Want to Learn More About IAMGOLD?

• Check out the IAMGOLD Blog
• Read about our Côté Gold

About The Role

• We’re actively searching for a Chief Production Geologist to provide technical leadership across Grade Control, Mine Exploration, and Resource teams while collaborating with Mine Engineering, Drill & Blast, and Operations. Reporting to the Geology Superintendent, this role leads a team of 71 people and drives geological excellence and workforce development.

This role directly supports IAMGOLD’s purpose by advancing the safe, responsible, and sustainable development of mineral resources. Through strong technical leadership, resource growth, workforce capability building, and adherence to leading health and safety standards, the Chief Geologist helps maximize long-term value and operational success.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily field mapping and wall face sampling to accurately track the location, shape, and quality of the ore body.
• Build a collaborative team environment, training junior geologists in grade control, core logging, and field safety protocols.
• Direct the team in marking out ore and waste boundaries in the pit to prevent lower-grade rock from diluting the mill feed.
• Oversee and evaluate grade control model updates, polygon design and blast movement parameters to maximize ore feed to the mill.
• Manage all material tracking and stockpile inventory and royalty reporting for all stakeholders.
• Combine new drilling data with pit observations to keep the mine's 3D geological models accurate for short- and long-term planning.
• Collaborate with geotechnical engineers to monitor structural hazards, like faults or cracks, ensuring safe working conditions in the pit.
• Design, execute and manage RC and DDH drilling programs around the active pit to find new resource pockets and extend the overall lifespan of the mine.

Job Qualifications

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or relevant Geoscience is required.
• Registered (or ability to obtain registration) within an appropriate professional organization.

Relevant Experience

• Minimum 10 years experience in Mining Operations, Exploration and Resource modeling.
• At least 5 years supervision experience.

Skills & Strengths, We Value

• Strong leadership, organizational, and delegation skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize work in a dynamic mining environment.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, supported by strong interpersonal and team collaboration abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety excellence, with the ability to lead and promote a strong safety culture.
• Proficiency with Excel, Leapfrog, Deswik and MineSight, combined with a proactive, innovative, and results-driven approach.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Extended health, dental, and insurance benefits for peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Power – Health & Personal Spending Accounts to fit your evolving needs.
• Support When It Matters – Employee & Family Assistance Program for life’s challenges.
• Future-Ready Savings – Registered Pension Plan with company match, plus TFSA & RRSP options.
• Shared Success – Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match—because we grow together.

The final offer is determined based on your individual skills, qualifications, and competencies and aligned with our commitment to internal equity.

We recognize that not everyone will meet every requirement listed, and that’s okay. If this role excites you and you believe you have relevant experience or transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting growth and development.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a workplace where every perspective sparks progress. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Need accommodation during the recruitment process? Just let us know, we’ll make it happen.

Mining. Redefined.

We’re building a modern mining company driven by innovation, accountability, and a deep commitment to sustainability.

Please note that IAMGOLD does not use AI tools within our applicant tracking system to support the screening of applications.

Work Locations

06 - Cote Gold Mine Site

Organization

Cote Gold