Project Geologist

Closing Date: February 13, 2024
As Canada’s largest diversified mining company, Teck is committed to providing the world with essential resources safely and sustainably. We have a rich history of consistently driving innovation, harnessing cutting-edge technology, and cultivating a dynamic environment that empowers our employees to shape the future.  
Teck is looking for motivated and expert individuals to contribute to the 2024 Coal exploration drilling projects to be based at one of Teck’s Mine Operations or Projects in the Sparwood area, BC, Canada. 
The position(s) are available on a 6- to 10-month defined term, and employment will be from February to November 2023. 
Successful candidates will be dynamic exploration professionals with strong technical skills required to work with ore deposit geology and exploration techniques, encompassing geology and geochemistry. Focus on getting results, dedication to collaboration, and continuous improvement are imperatives for the role. Specific exploration experience for Coal, and/or Sedimentary Basin geology is strongly valued, along with experience in a mine operations environment. A significant field contractor management component is also encouraged within the role. 
Reporting to the Senior Geologist Supervisor, this Project Geologist role will combine the highest standards in environment, health and safety, and community relations, coupled with a strong technical background, contributing to exploration and geoscience programs that are planned, resourced, and performed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner consistent with Teck’s priorities, culture, and values. 
Responsibilities:
-Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
-Actively seek opportunities to recognize health and safety hazards, resolve safety issues, and work to mitigate associated risks in the workplace
-Ensure the safe, productive, and efficient delivery of Teck Coal’s exploration programs via: 
-Assisting with drill program planning and preparations
-Providing in-field and on-site project coordination and supervision
-Undertaking proactive contractor management and supervision activities
-Completing timely budget, cost, and efficiency tracking
-Maintaining effective working relationships with all key partner groups, especially representatives from the site operations and engineering teams
-Collecting, managing, and interpreting drilling project-related data, including coal quality, geophysics, geotechnical, geochemistry, and field mapping
-Providing timely program status updates and reports to partners
-Contributing to the preparation of program close-out and other technical reports
-Supporting the planning of future drilling programs
-Encouraging a culture of collaboration between all partners by promoting collaboration and open communications
Qualifications:
-A minimum of 3 years of geoscience experience, including exposure to mineral exploration in greenfields and/or brownfields environments
-Specific experience in geologic mapping, core logging, and geochemical and geophysical applications is an asset 
-B.Sc. or equivalent experience. in Geology or a related subject area and hold or qualify for Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) or Geoscientist-in-Training (G.I.T. or equivalent experience) status with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC). Eligibility to work in Canada is required
-Previous experience working with reverse circulation and/or diamond drill field programs
-Specific experience working on coal and/or sedimentary basin geology is an asset
-A solid understanding of acQuireTM and/or MineSight(R) software packages is preferable
-Results-focused with excellent organizational, planning, management, and decision-making skills
-Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
-Valid driver’s license
About Teck
At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution. Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically. 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.
Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, as well as investments in energy assets. Teck has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for seven consecutive years. Teck has also been named to the Forbes list of the World’s Best Employers for the past two years and is one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK.
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