Director of Resource Estimation

W3Global; Quebec; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global in Canada seeks an experienced geologist or engineer to lead mineral resource estimation projects across multiple commodities for exploration and mining clients.

You will develop and validate geological models, perform QA/QC audits, and act as Qualified Person (QP) under NI 43-101, while guiding a team of geologists and contributing to business development.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in mineral resource estimation and geological modeling.
• Act as Qualified Person (QP) for mineral resources across various minerals, in accordance with NI 43-101.
• Extensive experience independently managing mineral resource estimation projects from planning through completion.
• In-depth technical expertise in mineral resource estimation with Leapfrog Geo and Leapfrog Edge; other software a plus.
• Membership in the Ordre des géologues du Québec (OGQ) or the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).

Responsibilities

• Lead mineral resource estimation projects from planning through execution, including production, optimization, validation, and oversight of resource estimates.
• Develop and validate geological and mineralization models at various stages of project development.
• Conduct technical reviews and independent audits of databases, QA/QC programs, geological models, and mineral resource estimates.
• Act as Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person for mineral resources per NI 43-101 or JORC Code.
• Provide technical leadership and supervise a team of geologists.
• Conduct site visits and audits of best practices.
• Contribute to business development activities.

Skills

Mineral resource estimation

Geological modeling

Team leadership

QA/QC oversight

QP experience

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Leapfrog Edge

Other estimation software

Job description

About The Job

Become part of a growing team! Join a firm where the experience of seasoned professionals combines with the agility of a young, expanding company.

About The Job

Become part of a growing team! Join a firm where the experience of seasoned professionals combines with the agility of a young, expanding company.

With us, you will work on a variety of challenging projects at different stages of development, covering multiple commodities and serving exploration companies as well as major mining companies.

To support our growth, we are looking for an experienced professional, either a geologist or an engineer, who is ready to play a key role in shaping the future.

Your Role

• Lead mineral resource estimation projects from planning through execution, including the production, optimization, validation, and oversight of resource estimates.
• Develop and validate geological and mineralization models at various stages of project development.
• Conduct technical reviews and independent audits, including reviews of databases, Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) programs, geological models, and mineral resource estimates.
• Act as a Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person for mineral resources in accordance with NI 43-101 or the JORC Code.
• Provide technical leadership and supervise a team of geologists specializing in mineral resource estimation.
• Conduct site visits and audits of best practices.
• Contribute to business development activities.
  
  

Your Profile

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in mineral resource estimation and geological modeling.
• Ability to act as a Qualified Person (QP) for mineral resources across various mineral commodities, in accordance with NI 43-101.
• Extensive experience independently managing mineral resource estimation projects from planning through completion.
• In-depth technical expertise in mineral resource estimation and strong practical proficiency in Leapfrog Geo and Leapfrog Edge. Experience with other related estimation software will be considered an asset.
• Membership in the Ordre des géologues du Québec (OGQ) or the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
  
  

About Us

we provide consulting services and in-house support in geology, mineral resources, and geometallurgy throughout all stages of the mining life cycle. Our work is guided by our core values: quality, commitment, attention to detail, and delivering added value.