Global Resource Modelling & Growth Specialist

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Fields in Montreal is seeking a senior geologist to lead geological and resource due diligence for growth opportunities. You will develop fit-for-purpose resource models and support portfolio decisions with advanced geostatistics.

This corporate role blends technical rigor with strategic insight, requiring global experience across deposits and regions, strong financial acumen, and the ability to work both independently and in multi-disciplinary teams. Remote work optional.

Qualifications

• University degree in Geology (postgraduate degree preferred).
• About 20 years of relevant professional experience across technical, project-based, and operational roles.
• Demonstrated experience across multiple deposit types and regions.
• Advanced 3D geological interpretation skills with the ability to apply this to Resource estimation.
• Experience with linear estimation, recoverable estimation and simulation techniques.
• Ability to think conceptually at district to deposit scale beyond the immediate data set.
• Independent capability to produce fit-for-purpose resource models across the full spectrum of project maturity.
• Familiarity with underground and open-pit mining environments.
• Global and multi-jurisdictional perspective informed by experience across multiple countries and regions.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of business drivers.
• Proficiency in French and/or Spanish considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review data room information including resource and reserve statements, block models, geological databases, QAQC, mine designs, schedules, costs, and technical reports.
• Develop conceptual geological models from aspirational to advanced levels, incorporating full ore system potential across multiple geological scenarios.
• Generate fit-for-purpose resource estimations and simulations through advanced geostatistical techniques, calibrated to available data and decision requirements.
• Produce high-quality resource models considering financial and strategic impacts on mining and exploration decisions.
• Conduct comprehensive technical reviews and produce decision-ready reports.
• Undertake technical work supporting growth, asset strategic planning, and portfolio scenario development.
• Conduct thorough due diligence across technical, geological, and financial aspects.
• Conduct site visits domestically and internationally as required.
• Stay current with advancements in geological modelling and resource estimation.
• Work independently and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary project teams.

Skills

Geology

Geostatistics

Resource Estimation

Financial Acumen

Cross-regional experience

French/Spanish asset

Education

Geology degree

Postgraduate degree preferred

Tools

Geological modelling software

Job description

Gold Fields in Montreal is seeking a senior geologist to lead geological and resource due diligence for growth opportunities. You will develop fit-for-purpose resource models and support portfolio decisions with advanced geostatistics.

This corporate role blends technical rigor with strategic insight, requiring global experience across deposits and regions, strong financial acumen, and the ability to work both independently and in multi-disciplinary teams. Remote work optional.