Exploration Geologist (temp.)

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Rankin Inlet; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodations provided

Flights to mine site

Job summary

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited seeks an Exploration Geologist (temp.) to support the exploration team in Rankin Inlet. You will log and sample drill cores, perform geological mapping and data management, and contribute to planning and reporting while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Ideal candidates have a geology-related degree, Canadian licensure eligibility, 3–5 years of exploration experience, and proficiency with GIS tools; Arctic exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Earth Science (preferably Geology) and related fields.
• Membership as a Professional Geologist or Geological Engineer in a Canadian province/or eligibility.
• 3–5 years of exploration field experience.
• Experience logging cores with standard geological software.
• Class G/5 Driver’s License required.
• Experience with ArcGIS and Leapfrog Geo for exploration.
• Strong computer and data management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience in Arctic environments is an asset.
• Team-oriented, safety-conscious and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Accurately log, photograph and sample drill core.
• Perform geological mapping, sampling and prospecting.
• Ensure QA/QC data quality and integrity.
• Maintain and update databases for surface exploration and drilling data.
• Contribute to planning and execution of exploration programs.
• Assist in reporting of activities.
• Build geological knowledge of the property.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient workflow and safety compliance.
• Attend health and safety meetings and follow site protocols.

Skills

Core logging

Data management

Written and verbal communication

GIS proficiency

Leapfrog Geo

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Earth Science or Geology

Engineering degree (Geology)

Professional Geologist/Geological Engineer license (Canada)

Tools

ArcGIS

Leapfrog Geo

Geological software

Job description

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Job Description - Exploration Geologist (temp.) (EXP00136)

Exploration Geologist (temp.) EXP00136 WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

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YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Coordinator, Exploration, you will be part of the Exploration Department. You will contribute by providing geological support to the exploration team that will focus on logging and sampling drill holes using current software. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

• Accurately log, photograph and sample drill core;
• Perform geological mapping, sampling, and prospecting activities;
• Ensuring geological data is collected in accordance with QA/QC protocols;
• Keep databases up to date for surface exploration and diamond drilling data;
• Contribute to the planning and execution of the exploration programs;
• Participate in the reporting of activities;
• Contribute to the overall geological knowledge of the property;
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow;
• Participate in health and safety meetings and ensure that the environmental and safety protocols are followed on the work sites.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Earth Science program, or Bachelor’s of Science, or Bachelor’s in Engineering; preferably in Geology;
• Must either have a membership as a Professional Geologist or Professional Geological Engineer in a Canadian province or territory, or be eligible for, and working towards a professional accreditation in geology or geology engineering in a Canadian province or territory;
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of experience working in the field of exploration;
• Experience core logging using a standard geological software;
• Class G/5 Driver’s License is required;
• Experience using and/or interpreting several types of geological data in a GIS (ArcGIS) platform and Leapfrog Geo for exploration applications;
• Strong computer and data management skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication;
• Experience working in a multicultural environment and in the Canadian Arctic are an asset;
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow;
• High safety standards.

Your Work Schedule:

• Schedule: 14 days of work, followed by 14 days for transportation and rest;
• Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides charter flights to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.

Located at our Rankin Inlet Office;