Graduate Geologist — Mining Field Ops (Alaska)

Northern Star Resources Limited; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site camp

Dining facilities

Wi-Fi & cable TV

Job summary

Northern Star Resources Limited invites applications for a Geologist - Graduate in Delta Junction, AK. This full-time program runs for two years: one year in the Geology Technician team and one year in Operational Geology, aimed at developing practical field and lab skills within mining environments.

The role focuses on safe data collection, core preparation, logging, and collaboration with underground teams to support exploration and operations.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Geology.
• Current "C" Class US State Driver’s License (passenger vehicle).

Responsibilities

• Prepare diamond drill core for the geologists and the assay laboratory, including marking blue lines and sampling.
• Log core with the Operational Geology team, undertake geotechnical work, and report to geologists.
• Work safely around diamond drilling and with drill personnel on surface and underground.
• Assist underground mine geologists with data collection, mapping, sampling and tasks requested by the Senior Mine Geologist.
• Follow NSR STARR guidelines and Pogo Geology safety procedures on the property and claim block.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Independent work

Flexibility

MSHA awareness

Education

Geology degree

Tools

AcQuire

ArcGIS

LeapFrog

Job description

Northern Star Resources Limited invites applications for a Geologist - Graduate in Delta Junction, AK. This full-time program runs for two years: one year in the Geology Technician team and one year in Operational Geology, aimed at developing practical field and lab skills within mining environments.

The role focuses on safe data collection, core preparation, logging, and collaboration with underground teams to support exploration and operations.