Job Description

The Windfall Project, owned by Gold Fields, is located in northern Quebec. By joining our passionate team, committed to creating lasting value beyond mining, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the construction and startup of a world-class mining project, one of the most ambitious in recent decades. Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with operations in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile. At Gold Fields, we are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce and recognise that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success.


This is a role that offers you the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives, collaborate with experts, and contribute to our growth in Quebec. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where challenges and an exceptional workplace will support your professional growth.


Join the Windfall adventure!


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Reporting to the Exploration Manager, the Field Geology Technician will assist project managers during exploration work. This work includes diamond drilling, prospecting, mapping, stripping, geophysical activities, and all other related tasks. The work takes place on all Gold Fields properties, and the technician may be based at the Windfall site, in Lebel-sur-Quevillon, or at any other facilities located near the work sites in the Northern Quebec region. The technician will mainly work on a 15-day work schedule followed by 13 days off. Transportation, accommodation, and meals are provided.

Duties and responsibilities

Prepare access routes and sites for diamond drilling (marking and cutting wood); Set up drilling sites (surveying); Conduct environmental monitoring of drills (inspections before, during, and after); Monitor various excavation and deforestation contractors; Assist the geologist in the field and participate in geological, geochemical, and geophysical surveys in the field; Ensure the cleaning and sampling of geological trenches (rock saw) during stripping work; Provide logistical support to the project manager, maintain various equipment, and purchase and manage exploration equipment; Plan and request bids; Work in the core library: Handle, measure, and sample drill core boxes; Prepare sample shipments; Report any situation that could affect work to your supervisor and share any suggestions for improvement; Comply with health, safety, and environmental policies and rules at all times; Perform any other tasks related to the field geology technician position that are relevant to the success of the project.

Qualifications

College diploma (DEC) in mineral technology - geology option, (DEC) in forestry or relevant experience may be considered; One (1) to three (3) years of experience in mineral exploration (an asset).

Technical skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access, etc.); Ability to use ArcGIS software (an asset); Training in manual logging (an asset); Ability to use surveying tools (an asset); Good knowledge of regulations on sustainable management of state-owned forests (RADF) and regulations on the management of activities based on their environmental impact (REAFIE).

Basic skills

Demonstrate autonomy and resourcefulness; Rigorous and precise in your work; Enjoy working in a team; Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; Ability to work in remote areas and on atypical schedules.


Please note that the masculine form used in this document refers to both women and men. The masculine gender is used without any discrimination and for the sole purpose of lightening the text.


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