Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd.

Exploration Geologist

By Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd.

Dead Line: July 2, 2021

COMPANY INFORMATION
 
Wesdome Gold Mines is in its 30th year of continuous gold mining operations in Canada. The Company is 100% Canadian focused with a pipeline of projects in various stages of development. The Eagle River Complex is located approximately 50 km south of Highway 17 and 50 km West of Wawa, Ontario. We are currently producing gold from a central mill which processes ore from the Eagle River Underground Mine and the Mishi Open Pit Mine.
 
JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS
 
Responsibilities/Job Duties Performed
  • Compilation and interpretation of geologic data to generate surface exploration targets.
  • Design and execute surface exploration; including core drilling, to test targets.
  • Field work including prospecting, geologic mapping and sampling.
  • Assist with preparation of monthly reports, assessment reports and other maps.
  • Visiting drill sites to inspect and assess safety and environmental requirements.
  • Tracking daily drill progress.
  • Supervision of sample collection, shipment and QA/QC programs.
  • Utilizing industry standard software for timely plotting of geologic data in 3D-space.
  • Supervising core loggers and technicians’ daily activities and job quality.
  • Promoting open communication and discussion.
  • Spotting and mitigation of any present or implied safety hazards.
 
Requirements
  • Completion of a B.Sc. Geology degree program.
  • Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, a certified P.Geo. designation.
  • >3 years of experience in gold exploration.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills and a proven ability to work with others.
  • Computer literacy with experience in the MS software suite (Access, Excel, Word), Leapfrog Geo, QGIS and some familiarity with 3D mining software Training in first-aid.
  • Valid class G-drivers licence.
 
Work Conditions
  • Dayshift only, 10-hour shifts
  • 14/14 schedule
  • Remote camp location, room and board (not a fly-in/fly-out)
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.
 
APPLICATION PROCESS
 
Email: hr.resume@wesdome.com
 

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