GEOLOGIST - Jobs in Wabush, NL

Job Description

Why TACORATacora Resources Inc. (Tacora) is an innovative iron ore mining and development company, with two mining and processing facilities: Scully Mine in Wabush, NL, Canada, and Sydvaranger AS, in Kirkenes, Norway servicing high demand from customers throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia.As a Tacora Resources employee, you will become part of a supportive, performance‐driven, highly engaged, dynamic environment. We focus on creating a work environment where employees can utilize their skills and knowledge while maintaining a team-based, inclusive approach to meeting greater challenges. We maintain straight lines of communication between our operations and management, so we can move collectively toward achieving our goals.With our core values as the foundation of our Canadian and Norwegian operations, we are passionate about innovation and we are excited about our future. We are collaborative in our approach to projects and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities – and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable. We place the highest priority on employee safety, protecting the environment, and enhancing the development of the communities where we operate. At TACORA, we are family.At TACORA, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and diverse work environment. You will be provided with the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skillset working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.Job Responsibilities:

• Perform daily pit tours to inspect shovel faces, replace grade control signage, and sample as required.
• Perform blast hole mapping/sampling as required on production and development drill patterns.
• Communicate with shovel operators, Mine Supervisors/dispatchers, and Plant personnel on ore quality and mine planning issues.
• Communicate field issues to the Short-Range Planner to ensure accurate weekly/monthly plans are produced.
• Attend daily/weekly meetings as required.
• Produce daily grade control maps.
• Complete monthly reconciliations of mine production to geological models.
• Grade and designate ore/waste classification and provide mini block models to Mine Engineer.
• Support the Technical Services team with any other duties/projects as required.
• Ensure that all safety standards, policies, and procedures are followed including compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Mining Regulations, and Policies of other regulatory agencies.
• Perform inspections, job and task observations to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of all facets of the mining industry, including measurement and operations safety management and environmental regulations;
• Strong PC skills, proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, or other mine planning software programs (Vulcan);
• Strong communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Strong listening, questioning capabilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Education & Experience:

• B. Sc. In Earth Sciences (Geology)
• At least 2 years experience in a technical role in a mining environment

License:

• Driver’s License (Required)

We are an equal opportunity employer!Only those candidates who most align with the ideal candidate profile will be contacted byTacora Resources for an interviewQuick Apply

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