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Senior Geologist Resource Definition

Evolution Mining

Red Lake

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading gold mining company in Red Lake is seeking a Senior Geologist Resource Definition to oversee exploration and resource management. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in geology and possess a BSc in Geology or Earth Science. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for career growth within a supportive team environment. Apply by October 16, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Bonus structure
Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in geology and exploration.
  • Experience managing drill scheduling and logistics for multiple underground drill rigs.
  • Attention to detail and methodical approach is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise Resource Definition activities within the exploration team.
  • Deliver strategic exploration plans and budget.
  • Liaise with mine geology and resource geology teams.

Skills

5 years work experience supporting geology and exploration activities
Experience in orogenic styles of mineralization
Managing drilling contractors
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Leapfrog software
Knowledge of exploration standards and regulations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent problem-solving capabilities

Education

BSc in Geology or Earth Science
Professional Status in Ontario (P’Geo)

Tools

Leapfrog software
IoGas
Deswik
Acquire
Job description
Senior Geologist Resource Definition

About us

From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us.

About Red Lake

Evolution’s star is rising in Red Lake

At Red Lake, our people have many career and growth opportunities and a bright future. With three underground mines and two processing plants all within the one site, Red Lake is one of the highest-grade gold deposits in Canada. The operational diversity and complexity at Red Lake, along with outstanding exploration potential, opens the door to many career possibilities and highlights working with us.

Located in Northwestern Ontario, we encourage our people to live local in the stunning community of Red Lake, where you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and adventures the region is renowned for. It’s very special that our town and operations are all close by, so it really does feel like one big community.

About the role

As the Senior Geologist Resource Definition, you will be responsible for the safety leadership, project supervision, and exploration budget. You will oversee and lead in the strategic conversion and update to existing gold resources of the Red Lake Operation. It will involve the management, collection, and interpretation of data from geological mapping, drilling, structural and geochemical data.

We offer a competitive salary, bonus structure and future growth.

Key result areas in this role include:

  • Take on a role supervising Resource Definition activity within the exploration team, providing expertise in the practical application of software, drill target generation, geologic interpretation, cost tracking/monitoring and contractor management
  • Develop and deliver strategic exploration plans and budget to contribute reserves and resources to the life of mine production profile at the Red Lake Gold Operation
  • Oversee that the QA/QC practices and processes pertaining to your project or area adhere to industry exploration best practices and are JORC compliant
  • Liaise with mine geology, resource geology, engineering, operations and contractors fostering good communication and teamwork
  • Deliver monthly, reports on drilling and resource definition activities
  • Coordinate detailed exploration budget using cross sections, 3D models, engineering input, cost estimates, etc
  • Prioritize exploration targets in your area and rank them to be compared against others within the resource pipeline
  • Provide safety leadership for the department, providing motivation, empowerment, and trust
  • Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation, and commitment to satisfy our operations goal of being accident free
  • Minimize company risk exposure and liabilities by monitoring activities to ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory and licensing requirements
  • Identify and drive opportunities for continuous improvement for the team
  • Demonstrate behaviours aligned with the Evolution Mining values
  • Comply with federal and provincial acts and regulations, and legal requirements
  • Adhere to all relevant corporate policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned
About you

As the Senior Geologist Resource Definition, you should have a BSc in Geology or Earth Science and the ability to acquire a Professional Status in Ontario (P’Geo). It is also important that you have/ can demonstrate:

  • At least 5 years work experience supporting geology and exploration activities
  • Experience in orogenic styles of mineralization is expected
  • Experience with managing drilling contractors, drill scheduling and logistics coordinating multiple underground drill rigs
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Leapfrog software
  • Knowledge of exploration standards and regulations
  • Underground mine geology experience is desirable
  • Ambitious self-discipline, motivation and regulation
  • Superior attention to detail, methodical and thorough in approach
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent Problem solving capabilities
  • Background in IoGas, Deswik or Acquire would be an advantage

Closing date: October 16, 2025

At Evolution, as our name suggests, change and transformation is in our DNA. We want the Evolution experience to be your career highlight. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Join our bold team to start your next exciting chapter.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

To find out more about us and Red Lake, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application. For more information, please contact carine.dagossy@evolutionmining.com

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