Project Geologist

Vaco Recruiter Services; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining recruitment agency is seeking an Engineering Geologist to support resource and reserve models in Vancouver, BC. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in open pit mining, hold a relevant degree, and be proficient with geological software tools. This position offers a mix of on-site and fully remote work, along with an attractive compensation package that includes benefits from day one.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Benefits starting from day 1

Annual bonus

RRSP matching

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience as a production geologist in open pit mining, senior candidates considered.
• Skilled in data analysis, statistics, and geological interpretation.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support reserve/resource models and reconciliation for open pit mines.
• Analyze mining recovery, production data, and provide geological interpretations.
• Assist with highwall mapping, logging, sampling, and daily operations.

Skills

Open pit mining experience

Data analysis

Geological interpretation

Proficient with MineSight, Leapfrog, acQuire

Education

Bachelor’s in Geology or Earth Sciences

Master's preferred

Tools

MineSight

Leapfrog

acQuire

3D block modelling

Job description

Engineering Geologist

Location: Vancouver, BC (50% on-site/ 50% fully remote)

We’re looking for an Engineering Geologist with hands-on open pit experience to support resource and reserve models and drive technical excellence across our mining operations in Canada and the US. If you thrive in the field and enjoy solving geological puzzles, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

• Support reserve/resource models and reconciliation for open pit mines
• Analyze mining recovery, production data, and provide geological interpretations
• Assist with highwall mapping, logging, sampling, and daily operations
• Audit resource statements and improve modelling practices
• Identify risks and opportunities across assigned projects
• Support M&A efforts with geological insights

What You Bring:

• 2-5 years’ experience as a production geologist in open pit mining. We are open to consider also Senior level candidates!
• Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) in Geology or Earth Sciences
• Proficient with MineSight, Leapfrog, acQuire and 3D block modelling
• Skilled in data analysis, statistics, and interpretation
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

We care about people, communities, and the planet. And you can expect an attractive compensation package, with benefits starting from day 1, annual bonus, RRSP matching and full benefits package.

Send us your resume today and help us build a better future through responsible mining!