Geologist

Newmont Corporation; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading mining company as an Exploration Geologist at the Brucejack Gold Mine in British Columbia. You will play a key role in delivering exploration programs through fieldwork and technical analysis. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment focused on safety and collaboration.

Benefits

Private rooms with individual washrooms

24-hour snack and sandwich bar

Gym and fitness classes

Seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of exploration experience in a mining environment.
• Understanding of ore deposit models and structural geology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed core logging and geologic interpretations.
• Execute QA / QC protocols for assays and survey data.
• Update exploration models based on field results.

Skills

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geological Sciences

Tools

Leapfrog

Acquire

Job description

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Workplace Type : Onsite

About Newmont

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Brucejack

Our Brucejack Gold Mine, a high-grade underground mine in beautiful northern British Columbia, is located approximately 65 kilometres north of Stewart. Brucejack is a fly-in / fly-out operation with pick-up points across Western Canada, making it easy for people from different places to join us. We work closely with local First Nations communities including the Nisga’a, Tahltan, Gitanyow, and Gitxsan, to build respectful partnerships and celebrate our shared community.

As a member of the Brucejack family, we put your health, comfort, and safety first. You’ll stay in private rooms with individual washrooms, enjoy balanced meals prepared by our exceptional culinary team, and have access to a 24-hour snack and sandwich bar. We also have plenty of ways for you to relax and stay active, with a gym, fitness classes, a golf simulator, and seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking. For creative downtime, our music room is a fully equipped space where you can play or listen to music. Our Brucejack Recreation Committee, run by employees on a volunteer basis, organizes activities and events to make camp life fun and bring people together. The committee also plans holiday decorations, charity raffles, and outdoor events, helping create a warm and friendly community.

Your Impact

As an Exploration Geologist at Brucejack, you will play a key role in delivering Newmont’s exploration programs through fieldwork, technical analysis, and data management. Your expertise in geological interpretation and modeling will directly influence the success of drill programs and support the continuous development of our orebody knowledge.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

• Conduct detailed core logging and geologic interpretations
• Contribute to program design, short- and long-term planning, and budgeting
• Execute QA / QC protocols for assays, survey data, and drillhole validations
• Compile work proposals, progress reports, and program performance reviews
• Update exploration models and adapt drilling plans based on field results
• Collaborate with drill and analytical business partners and ensure SOP compliance

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

• Bachelor's degree in Geological Sciences or related field
• Registered or eligible for registration as P.Geo or GIT
• Minimum 1-3 years of exploration experience, preferably in a mining environment
• Understanding of ore deposit models, lithology, alteration, and structural geology
• Experience with geologic softwares (Leapfrog and Acquire) considered an asset
• Technical writing skills is an asset
• Understanding of data analysis and QA / QC protocols
• Field-based experience in remote locations and / or underground experience are considered an asset
• Strong collaboration, critical thinking, adaptability, and communication skills across technical and operational teams
• Rotation : Aligned with program schedule (typically 13 days on / 13 days off or as defined by exploration phase)
• Conditions : Field-based role involving core facilities, underground visits, and exposure to harsh weather
• Requirements : Pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol testing, and adherence to PPE / safety protocols

We are now recruiting for the position of Exploration Geologist with a competitive annual salary of CAD $91,800 - $110,000 . The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, with consideration to internal equity. Bring your expertise to Newmont and be part of a team where safety, skill, and adventure come together. Apply today!

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.

The expected salary range for this role is CA$ . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and / or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!

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