Temporary Core Logging Geologist – Copper Project

Faraday Copper Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Faraday Copper is seeking a strategic and hands-on Core Logging Geologist to join our Arizona drilling program. This temporary, non-exempt role supports diamond drill core and RC sampling, logging, QA/QC, data entry, and geological interpretation under the supervision of the Senior Geologist.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, 0–3 years of mineral exploration or mine geology, and are comfortable in remote field conditions; familiarity with acQuire or MX Deposit is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in mineral exploration or mine geology.
• Experience logging drill core in active mine or exploration environment.
• Experience with or ability to learn industry standard geological data entry systems (acQuire, MX Deposit or similar).
• Strong understanding or ability to learn sampling protocols, QA/QC, core logging best practices, RQD, oriented core technology and geological databases.

Responsibilities

• Ensure company HSE best practices and policies are followed.
• Perform diamond drill core and RC chip logging, sampling and geological interpretation activities.
• Accurately log lithology, alteration, mineralization, veining and structural data using company logging codes and templates.
• Mark sample intervals, QAQC inserts, ensure core cutting and sampling procedures adhere to company standards.
• Take routine geotechnical measurements (recovery, RQD, etc.).
• Mentor and quality-check work of core technicians.
• Monitor activities of assigned active drill rig(s), drilling progress and core recovery; interact with drillers and supervisors.
• Validate drilling data (collar and downhole surveys) for accurate database entry.
• Communicate daily progress via quick logs and accurate reporting of production metrics.
• Support Senior Geologist in preparing internal technical presentations, summaries and materials.

Skills

Core logging

QA/QC

Geology data entry

GIS

3D modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

acQuire/ MX Deposit

GIS software

Job description

Faraday Copper is seeking a strategic and hands-on Core Logging Geologist to join our Arizona drilling program. This temporary, non-exempt role supports diamond drill core and RC sampling, logging, QA/QC, data entry, and geological interpretation under the supervision of the Senior Geologist.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, 0–3 years of mineral exploration or mine geology, and are comfortable in remote field conditions; familiarity with acQuire or MX Deposit is a plus.