Resource Geologist
- Kirkland Lake, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.
About Our Operation
Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.
Agnico Eagle Mines' Macassa Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Beaverhouse First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of Members from these Nations. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Macassa Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.
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Your Next Challenge
Reporting to the Senior Resource Geologist, you will be part of the Geology Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.
- Interpreting geological data to create 3D lithological, mineralization and structural models;
- Utilize technologies and work with partners and stakeholders to develop geological models and a global mineral resource estimate following NI 43-101 standards and the best practice guidelines;
- Ensure all data is being used in compliance with QA/QC standards;
- Update the short-term resource models while coordinating with the Geology and Engineering teams;
- Collaborating with the Engineering Department in the generation of mineral reserves and resources to maximize geological objectives;
- Complete quarterly reconciliations to ensure accuracy of geological models;
- Work with different teams to generate long term mineral resource growth strategies, while ensuring adherence to all statutory requirements, and Company safety, Health and Environmental standards and Procedures.
- Post-Secondary Education in Geology;
- P.Geo, or eligible to register;
- Strong appreciation and knowledge of structural & production geology;
- 3-5 years in gold and underground;
- Strong ability with geological software (Datamine, Leapfrog, Fusion, DH Logger, AutoCAD etc;
- Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
- Schedule: 5/4 or 4/3 schedule at our Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, ON.
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Responsibilities
Interpret geological data and develop 3D geological models and mineral resource estimates in accordance with NI 43-101 standards and QA/QC requirements. Update short-term models, reconcile geological models, collaborate with Geology and Engineering teams on resource and reserve work, and support long-term resource growth strategies while meeting safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
Requirements
Requires post-secondary education in Geology and a P.Geo designation or eligibility to register, along with 3–5 years of experience in gold and underground mining. Candidates should have strong knowledge of structural and production geology, proficiency with geological software such as Datamine, Leapfrog, Fusion, DH Logger, and AutoCAD, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Skills
- Geological Data Interpretation
- 3D Geological Modeling
- Lithological Modeling
- Mineralization Modeling
- Structural Modeling
- Mineral Resource Estimation
- NI 43-101 Standards
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Short-Term Resource Modeling
- Geological Reconciliation
- Structural Geology
- Production Geology
- Underground Gold Mining
- Datamine
- Leapfrog
- Fusion
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- Science & Research
- Engineering
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Geology
- Resource Geology
- Gold Mining
- Underground Mining
- Structural Geology
- Production Geology
- Geological Data Interpretation
- 3D Geological Models
- Lithological Models
- Mineralization Models
- Structural Models
- Mineral Resource Estimate
- Mineral Reserves
- NI 43-101
- QA/QC
- Short-Term Resource Models
- Quarterly Reconciliation
- Datamine
- Leapfrog
- Fusion
- DH Logger
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- P.Geo
- Health and Safety
- Environmental Standards