Geologist - Mine, Junior - Nussir

The role

The Junior Mine Geologist will collect geological field data, perform logging of drilling cores, and inspect drilling operations. This role involves using geological models and supporting senior geologists to optimize ore recoveries.

What you will do

• Contribute to a safety-focused and results-oriented culture
• Collect geological field data including face mapping and chip sampling
• Geological and geotechnical logging of drilling cores
• Inspect and guide drilling operations related to grade control and mine exploration
• Ensure high quality in geological sampling and geological data processing
• Co-operate with operational team to optimize dilution and ore recoveries
• Participate in reconciliation processes between geological models and production
• Use block models, geological models and drill core databases
• Collect and shipment of geological samples to assay lab
• Assist in updating grade-control geology models

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology from a recognized university
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in underground non-ferrous metals production
• Experience in Geological interpretation and 3D modelling using software like Leapfrog, Deswik and Supervisor
• Experience with overseeing diamond drilling and diamond drilling contractors
• Database management and QA/QC of geological data
• Knowledge and experience of underground grade control drilling, sampling techniques, reconciliation and underground mapping
• Good team working skills
• Understanding of mine planning and scheduling, including face sampling, ore deposits geochemistry, structural geology and grade modelling
• Fluent in English, both in oral and written
• Strong commitment to health and safety practices
• Knowledge of environmental regulations
• Ability to conduct fieldwork safely in remote locations

Nice to have

• Experience with precious and base metals
• Norwegian or Swedish skills

About the company

bluemoonmetals