Geologist in Training - GIT

Stantec; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Geologist in Training to join their Canadian mining team. You will work on various mining projects, including site investigations and technical documentation. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Geoscience and relevant registration. This position involves fieldwork, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety, with opportunities for professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health and dental plans

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Demonstrates creativity and mature judgment in solving problems.
• Ability to conduct work safely while maintaining situational awareness.
• Experience in remote field work in challenging environments is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and completion of geological site investigations.
• Generate and update technical drawings and models.
• Assist in the preparation of technical design documents.

Skills

Communication in English

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geoscience

G.I.T. registered with relevant professional bodies

Tools

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

Job description

About Stantec

At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don’t just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world—we do it sustainably. We’re helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.

Join our team of mining professionals and you’ll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You’ll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement.

Your Opportunity

We are currently searching for a Geologist in Training to join our Canadian mining team. As a Geologist in Training, you will be a member of a multidisciplinary team working in energy and resources, primarily on metal, coal and large oil sands mining projects. Work will include various stages in the project life cycle, from exploration and site investigations, through conceptual design, construction, closure and reclamation. Our geological project work typically involves the planning and execution of complex field work scopes and the production of high‑quality datasets and client deliverables.

Applicants must be prepared to travel and be in the field for assignment intervals of 2 to 3 weeks regularly up to 50% annually. This role is classified as full‑time employment with benefits with an estimated 37.5 hours per week.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Exemplify Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines.
• Participate in the planning and completion of geological/geotechnical site investigations. This may include instrumentation, logging, sampling, and field testing.
• Generate and/or update technical drawings, figures and models.
• Assist in the preparation of technical design documents under limited supervision.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals under limited supervision.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrates creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Ability to conduct work in a safe manner maintaining a high degree of situational awareness.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English (both written and oral communication).
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Experience conducting remote field work in challenging environments is an asset.
• Work experience in mining or resource industries is an asset.
• Experience with geoscience‑related software programs is an asset (ArcGIS, Leapfrog, etc.).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geoscience, or related field.
• G.I.T., registered with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or Alberta Professional Engineers Geoscientists Association (APEGA).
• Seeking 0 to 6 years mining industry or consulting experience. Co‑op or Intern experience is applicable.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and satisfactory Driver’s Abstract, per Stantec’s Safe Driving Policy.

Education and Experience

This position may have additional qualification requirements depending on work assignments. Additional qualifications will be defined in Project Specific HSE Plans.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

• Locations in Lower Mainland – BC: $72,300.00 – $104,800.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health‑care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary

Organization: BC-1695 Mining-CA Canada

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 27/11/2025 03:11:01

Req ID: 1003228