Underground Geologist in Training
- Kamloops, BC, Canada
The anticipated salary for this position will be between $90,000 and $110,000. · Full-time
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Original job description
Coeur Mining attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:
- A stimulating values-based work environment
- A culture of collaboration and inclusion
- Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
- Career development opportunities
- A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
- A competitive total compensation program
- A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan
Coeur Mining is a growing, all-North American precious metals producer with seven operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine and Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota, the Rainy River gold mine in Ontario, Canada, and the New Afton copper-gold mine in British Columbia, Canada. In addition, Coeur owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.
Coeur offers a flexible, hybrid work model and a culture built on safety, collaboration, and real opportunities to develop your career for those who want to grow alongside a company that is doing the same.
New Afton
Situated 10 kilometers west of Kamloops, British Columbia, the New Afton mine is an underground gold and copper producing site.
Kamloops is a city of 105,000 people, located 350 kilometers east of Vancouver. The area provides the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community with its own university and within easy reach of world class ski resorts, championship golf courses, mountain biking trails, popular recreational lakes and award-winning vineyards
About The Role
Schedule: 7 on 7 off, 11-hour shifts, days only
Position Report To: Geotechnical and Geology Specialist
Position OverviewReporting to the Geotechnical and Geology Specialist , the Underground Geologist provides front-line geological support for ongoing geological and structural mapping, interpretation of mineralized zones, and development and maintenance of 3D geological models.
Responsibilities will include underground mapping and sampling, geological and structural interpretation, grade control, drill program support, and maintaining high-quality geological data. Working closely with mine operations, engineering, and planning teams, the Underground Geologist ensures geological interpretations are translated into clear, practical guidance that supports mine planning decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and maintain a strong commitment to safety in all aspects of work;
- Geological and geotechnical mapping of all underground development;
- Develop and maintain geological databases to support geological and structural model updates and ground support standards ;
- Daily communication and coordination with the technical services group, assay lab, mine operations and contractors;
- Perform underground sampling of development headings and production areas;
- Perform mud-rush inspections, classifying ore fragmentation and moisture content for proactive risk mitigation
- Perform draw point inspections:
- Communicate changing conditions and inspection findings in a timely manner ;
- Assist with geology-based projects and present technical information to mine operations crews;
- Assist the exploration group with core logging, sampling , and data compilation .
The successful candidate will possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, or related degree
- Minimum two years of geology experience;
- Eligible for registration as a GIT or EIT with EGBC;
- Experience with geological face mapping and/or core logging;
- Experience with geological sampling;
- Experience with 3D mining software e.g., Leapfrog, Deswik etc.;
- Experience in hard rock mining or exploration, preferably underground (co-op experience applicable);
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications;
- Strong observational, organizational, and documentation skills;
- Physical fitness for duty, including the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs;
- Ability to work underground and perform strenuous fieldwork;
- Strong verbal and written communication and time management skills;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Valid driver’s license, including experience operating vehicles with manual transmission.
- Experience in geological and geotechnical mapping of porphyry deposits;
- Experience within the mining industry;
- Experience with block caving;
- Experience with data interpretation and geological modelling;
- Knowledge of copper-gold porphyry deposits;
- Knowledge of sampling theory and geostatistics.
The anticipated salary for this position will be between $90,000 and $110,000. A comprehensive benefits program and performance bonus plan will also be provided. This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on November 18, 2026.
Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility
New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.
Additional Information
We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.
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Responsibilities
Provide front-line geological support through underground mapping and sampling, interpretation of mineralized zones, grade control, and development and maintenance of geological models and databases. Coordinate with mine operations and technical teams, conduct inspections, support geology projects and exploration activities, and communicate geological findings to inform mine planning and safety.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in geology or a related field, at least two years of geology experience, and eligibility for GIT or EIT registration with EGBC. Candidates should have mapping or core-logging and sampling experience, familiarity with 3D mining software, strong communication and documentation skills, physical ability to perform underground fieldwork, and a valid driver’s license.
Skills
- Underground Geological Mapping
- Geological Sampling
- Geological Interpretation
- Geological Modeling
- Grade Control
- Core Logging
- Geological Database Management
- Geotechnical Mapping
- Drill Program Support
- Mud-Rush Inspections
- Draw Point Inspections
- Data Compilation
- Leapfrog
- Deswik
- Microsoft Office
- Technical Communication
Benefits
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Performance Bonus Plan
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Science & Research
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Underground Mining
- Geology
- Geological Mapping
- Geotechnical Mapping
- Structural Mapping
- Geological Sampling
- Core Logging
- Grade Control
- Geological Modeling
- 3D Mining Software
- Leapfrog
- Deswik
- Geological Databases
- Mineralized Zones
- Porphyry Deposits
- Copper-Gold Deposits
- Block Caving
- Sampling Theory
- Geostatistics
- Drill Programs
- Mud-Rush Inspections
- Draw Point Inspections
- EGBC
- GIT
- EIT
- Microsoft Office
- Mine Operations
- Hard Rock Mining
- Health and Safety