Junior Geologist – Uranium Exploration & Field Logging

NexGen Energy Ltd.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

NexGen Energy Ltd. in Saskatoon is seeking a Junior Geologist to support exploration activities across NexGen's mineral tenure portfolio, focusing on logging, sampling, and data interpretation to advance uranium discoveries.

You will maintain geological records and contribute to planning drill targets, with field rotations to project sites. Based in the Saskatoon office with rotations to remote drill sites, you will work within a multidisciplinary team, uphold health, safety and environmental

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or closely related geoscience discipline is required.
• Experience in uranium or hard-rock mineral exploration preferred.
• Proficiency with geological software and databases (Micromine, ioGAS, TSG, acQuire).
• Experience with 3D geological modelling and data visualization tools (Leapfrog) is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
• Willingness to work remote site rotations and extended camp deployments.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and acceptable driving record.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to workplace safety; willing to model safe behaviours.
• Experience engaging with Indigenous communities and northern/remote stakeholders.
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Test completion required for Rook I project.

Responsibilities

• Log drill core to NexGen processes and standards including collection and labeling of samples and applying QA/QC protocols to ensure data quality integrity.
• Organize and interpret geological data, develop geological consistent cross-sections, plan maps, and 3D models using approved software.
• Assist in planning drillhole locations and support day-to-day drill program execution as directed by your supervisor.
• Ensure core logging and sampling are conducted to high standards while meeting NexGen's standards for health, safety, environment, and community.
• Follow NexGen HSE policies and procedures which include participation in safety meetings, field hazard assessments, and incident reporting.
• Support implementation of exploration HSE plans and standards in collaboration with HSE and site leadership.
• Maintain accurate geological data through the consistent review of drillhole logs and sample information; support data validation and QA/QC checks for all geological information; work with senior staff to resolve data issues promptly.
• Prepare and contribute departmental reports as required.
• Work closely with core logging personnel to ensure geological features are understood and logging procedures are followed based on the geological characteristics.
• Coordinate day-to-day field communications and task alignment under the direction of the senior NexGen leadership.
• Seek feedback and coaching to build technical and field skills.
• Identify opportunities to streamline logging, sampling, and reporting workflows; adopt new tools and techniques that improve exploration effectiveness.

Skills

Geology

Exploration

Data interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or closely related geoscience

Tools

Micromine

ioGAS

TSG

acQuire

Leapfrog

Microsoft 365

Job description

NexGen Energy Ltd. in Saskatoon is seeking a Junior Geologist to support exploration activities across NexGen's mineral tenure portfolio, focusing on logging, sampling, and data interpretation to advance uranium discoveries.

You will maintain geological records and contribute to planning drill targets, with field rotations to project sites. Based in the Saskatoon office with rotations to remote drill sites, you will work within a multidisciplinary team, uphold health, safety and environmental