Contract Geologist

Denison Mines Corp.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Job summary

Denison Mines Corp. is seeking a Contract Geologist to support its Exploration team in the Northern Athabasca Basin, focusing on core logging and data collection. The role includes field work at a remote camp with a 2-week on, 2-week off rotation and time in Saskatoon between field programs.

You'll log and sample drill core, assist with drilling logistics, and help interpret geoscientific results while adhering to HSE procedures. Recent grads are welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Engineering; recent graduates welcome.
• Experience in mineral exploration, mining, or fieldwork; uranium exposure is a plus.
• Familiarity with core logging, sampling, drill hole spotting, and downhole probing equipment.
• Familiarity with GIS and 3D modelling software (ArcGIS, Leapfrog).

Responsibilities

• Log, photograph, and sample drill core, including high-grade uranium.
• Coordinate drill pad prep, drill hole spotting, and rig moves; collect wireline data.
• Support drill holes planning, permitting, and execution of exploration programs.
• Compile, maintain, and manage geoscientific data for field programs.
• Assist with interpretation and modelling of geological and geochemical results.
• Track and document core yard activities (lifting, stacking, transporting core boxes).
• Prepare program status reports and contribute to project updates.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures; report hazards.

Skills

Mineral exploration

Fieldwork experience

GIS

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

MS Office

SAP

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

SAP

Job description

The Contract Geologist will support Denison’s Exploration team, with a primary focus on core logging and geological data collection in the Northern Athabasca Basin. The role will also contribute to the interpretation and modelling of geological data to support exploration activities at the Wheeler River Project and other properties. This is a 12-month contract requiring regular travel and work at a remote field camp in the Northern Athabasca Basin on a 2-week on, 2-week off rotation. Between field programs, work will be based in Denison’s Saskatoon office from Monday-Friday.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Log, photograph, and sample drill core, including high-grade uranium mineralization.
• Coordinate drill pad and trail preparation, drill hole spotting, and rig moves, and collect wireline geophysical data following drilling.
• Support drill hols planning, permitting, and execution of exploration programs, ensuring accurate and complete geological data collection.
• Compile, maintain, and manage geoscientific data to support ongoing and future field programs.
• Assist with the interpretation and modelling of geological and geochemical results.
• Track and document core yard activities, including lifting, stacking, and transporting core boxes.
• Prepare program status reports and contribute to project updates and team meetings.
• Follow company health, safety, and environmental procedures, and promptly report hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You are an early-career geologist with an interest in mineral exploration and fieldwork. You are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and comfortable working in remote environments. In addition, you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline; recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• Experience in mineral exploration, mining, or fieldwork is an asset, particularly in uranium.
• Familiarity with core logging, sampling, drill hole spotting, and downhole probing equipment is an asset.
• Familiarity with GIS and 3D modelling software such as ArcGIS and Leapfrog is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to learn additional software systems, including SAP.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license, willingness to drive in remote areas. Experience operating side-by-sides and snowmobiles is an asset.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, work variable hours of up to 11 hours per day in the field, and regularly team life up to 50lbs.
• Ability and willingness to work in remote field camps and travel by helicopter and float plane as required.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental practices.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Denison offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health and dental coverage.

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.