Job Description

Duree de l'emploi: Temporaire Langue de travail: Anglais Heures de travail: 40 to 84 hours per week Education: Experience:

Education

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Master's degree Geology/Earth science, general Geochemistry

Work site environment

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Outdoors Underground

Work setting

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Consulting geology, geophysics or engineering firm Rural area Remote location Mining company

Tasks

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Conduct analytical studies of core samples, drill cuttings and rock samples to identify their composition Conduct remote sensing research and development Organize geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs Conduct theoretical and applied research to extend knowledge of surface and subsurface features of the earth Develop models and applied software for the analysis and interpretation of data Plan analytical studies of core samples to identify chemical, mineral, hydrocarbon and biological composition Plan, direct and participate in analyses of geological, geochemical and geophysical survey data, well logs and other test results, maps, notes and cross sections Plan, direct and participate in geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs Recommend the acquisition of lands, exploration and mapping programs and mine development Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Develop and manage programs and services Assist in hydrogeological field and laboratory studies Administer first aid in emergency situations Collaborate with specialists to develop programs for clients' special needs Offer mentoring Develop drilling programs Conduct geological programs for data acquisition, analysis and mapping

Supervision

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3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Registration as a professional geologist

Type of resources

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Ferrous metals Precious metal Uranium Base metals Industrial or non-metallic minerals

Resource usage and environmental studies

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Basins analysis Resource appraisal and assessment Rock mechanics

Computer and technology knowledge

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ArcGIS Realize modelling and simulation exercises on computerized units Data manipulation and analysis MS Access MS Excel MS Outlook MS PowerPoint MS Word Mapping and data visualization software

Field work location experience

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On land Airborne

Technical experience

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Geological sampling analysis

Area of work experience

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Instrumentation Resource exploitation and development Resource exploration Statistical analysis Geological mapping

Geochemistry specialization

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Analytical geochemistry Hydrogeochemistry Isotope geochemistry Mineral geochemistry Age determination Field sampling and preparation Geochemical data interpretation Geochemical data processing Residuals and soils analysis Rock and source analysis Sediment and silts analysis

Geology specialization

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Geochronology Geomorphology or surficial geology Hydrogeology Mineralogy or applied mineralogy Mineral deposits or mining Petrology Sedimentology Stratigraphy or biostratigraphy Structural geology or tectonics Air photography interpretation Diamond drill interpretation Field stratigraphy Metallogenic analysis Petrography Remote sensing (e.g., satellite image interpretation) Structural analysis Subsurface geological mapping Surface geological mapping Well log interpretation

Geophysics specialization

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Minerals Down-hole techniques Gravity

Specialization or experience

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Geochemistry

Security and safety

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Basic security clearance Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

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Own vehicle Willing to travel Travel expenses paid by employer Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Ability to distinguish between colours Combination of sitting, standing, walking Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

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Computer Internet access Cellular phone

Personal suitability

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Accurate Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Collaborative Leadership

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Are you available for shift or on-call work? Do you have experience working in this field? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

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5 years or more

Workplace information

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On the road job

Financial benefits

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Bonus Mileage paid

Other benefits

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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) Team building opportunities * Variable or compressed work week