Senior Production Geologist
- Eagle River, ON, Canada
$124,100 to $160,600 CAD / year · Internship
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- Pay
- $124,100 to $160,600 CAD / year
- Job type
- Internship
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- Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Geology, 5-10 years’ experience in the production mining environment with a competent understanding of geology’s role within.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Company Information
Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Québec. The Company’s primary goal is to responsibly leverage its operating platform and high-quality brownfield and greenfield exploration pipeline to build a growing value-driven gold producer.
The Eagle River Mine site has a tight-knit team where everyone knows each other and there is a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual support. It is a hands-on, fast paced environment where work feels impactful and you can see the results of your contributions quickly. There are many long-tenured employees and a lot of site pride.
The mine is located a short drive from Wawa, deep in the forest where it is scenic and quiet. It is a real ‘boots on the ground’ setting. Team members reside in a camp environment and typically work on rotations, depending on the position. The camp offers excellent food, a sauna/gym, recreational room and the opportunity to stay connected with family and friends.
Salary Range: $124,100 to $160,600
See below for a summary of Wesdome’s comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.
About The Opportunity
The Senior Mine Geologist will provide geological support to the Engineering and Mine Ops teams primarily in areas of grade control, stope design and stockpile management, as well as geological mapping, geological and geotechnical data interpretation, 3D modeling and resource estimation.
About YOU – You Belong Here!
You are an experienced, safety-focused geologist with 5–10 years of experience in an underground production mining environment and a strong understanding of the role geology plays in achieving operational and production goals. You bring demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to guide others and collaborate effectively across departments. You are proficient in geological modelling, grade control, and drill program management, with experience using industry-standard geological and mine planning software. You are motivated by translating geological data into practical solutions that support safe, efficient, and successful mining operations. A Bachelor of Science in Geology is required, with professional registration or eligibility for registration considered an asset.
Position Responsibilities, Accountabilities And Job Duties
- Promote safe work practices and safety culture within a production-oriented environment.
- Maintain drill hole databases and monitor underground diamond drill programs.
- Supervise and participate in the selection of underground diamond drill targets.
- Assist in the supervision of grade control. Provide guidance and input to ensure development goals are achieved.
- Development of 3D geological models.
- Oversee the timely production of post development grade control data.
- Communicate to and receive direction from the department head.
- Contribution to daily, weekly, and monthly meetings and reports as required.
- Participate in short and long-term mine planning.
- Assist with stope reconciliations, dilution estimates, and grade forecasting.
- Bachelor of Science in Geology, 5-10 years’ experience in the production mining environment with a competent understanding of geology’s role within.
- Experience with geological and mining software, (Leapfrog, Deswik, Datamine) will be an asset.
- Experience with database software (Geotic) will be an asset.
- The ability to lead/guide others and communicate to other departments to achieving the company’s drilling and production goals.
- Professional registration or ability to register an asset.
Location: Eagle River Complex- near Wawa, Ontario
Shift / Hours of Work:11 Hours
Schedule / Rotation: 14 days on/ 14 days off
Type of Hire: Permanent Full Time
Existing vacancy: Yes
Other Information
To learn more and for additional details about “Why Work with Us” and “Life at Wesdome”, please visit www.wesdome.com > People and Careers.
About Our Total Compensation Package
Our total compensation package is more than just a great salary. We have established a comprehensive program that takes care of both you and your family that includes:
Comprehensive Compensation And Benefits Package Includes
- Market competitive base pay / salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
- Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (short-term disability coverage begins after 3 months)
- Healthcare spending account
- Wellness benefit as an annual incentive
- RRSP matching
- Training, development and education supports
- Travel allowances
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Programs to support the long-term well being of our team members (i.e. Employee Assistance Program)
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- Family Day & Annual Holiday events
- Local community partnerships
Wesdome prides itself on being an equal-opportunity employer committed to responsible mining practices and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or Aboriginal status.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Wesdome uses artificial intelligence (AI) supported technology as part of its recruitment, screening and evaluation processes that are performed by real people.
Wesdome is committed to accessibility for people with disabilities. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations, please contact us at hr.resumes_corporate@wesdome.com
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”), Wesdome is committed to hosting and maintaining an accessible environment.
To be eligible for this position, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada without any additional sponsorship support from Wesdome.
14/14
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Responsibilities
Provide geological support to engineering and mine operations, including grade control, stope design, stockpile management, geological modeling, and resource estimation. Maintain drill databases and oversee underground drilling and grade-control activities, while contributing to mine planning, reconciliations, forecasting, safety, and operational reporting.
Requirements
A Bachelor of Science in Geology and 5–10 years of experience in production mining are required, along with a strong understanding of geology’s role in mining operations. Candidates should be able to guide others and collaborate across departments; experience with Leapfrog, Deswik, Datamine, or Geotic and professional registration or eligibility for registration are assets.
Skills
- Production Geology
- Grade Control
- Stope Design
- Stockpile Management
- Geological Mapping
- Geological Data Interpretation
- Geotechnical Data Interpretation
- 3D Geological Modeling
- Resource Estimation
- Underground Diamond Drill Program Management
- Drill Target Selection
- Mine Planning
- Stope Reconciliation
- Dilution Estimation
- Grade Forecasting
- Leadership And Communication
Benefits
- Annual Performance-Based Bonus
- Extended Health Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Healthcare Spending Account
- Wellness Benefit
- RRSP Matching
- Training And Development Support
- Education Support
- Travel Allowances
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Science & Research
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Underground Gold Mining
- Production Geology
- Grade Control
- Stope Design
- Stockpile Management
- Geological Mapping
- Geotechnical Data
- 3D Geological Modeling
- Resource Estimation
- Underground Diamond Drilling
- Drill Hole Databases
- Drill Target Selection
- Mine Planning
- Stope Reconciliation
- Dilution Estimation
- Grade Forecasting
- Leapfrog
- Deswik
- Datamine
- Geotic
- Safety Culture
- Professional Registration
- Production Mining
- Wawa, Ontario
- 14-On/14-Off Rotation