Underground Geologist in Training
Make an impact at an all-North American precious metals producer. New Gold is now part of Coeur Mining. Visit www.coeur.com to learn more.
Coeur Mining attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:
- A stimulating values-based work environment
- A culture of collaboration and inclusion
- Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
- Career development opportunities
- A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
- A competitive total compensation program
- A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan
About Coeur Mining:
Coeur Mining is a growing, all-North American precious metals producer with seven operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine and Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota, the Rainy River gold mine in Ontario, Canada, and the New Afton copper-gold mine in British Columbia, Canada. In addition, Coeur owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.
Coeur offers a flexible, hybrid work model and a culture built on safety, collaboration, and real opportunities to develop your career for those who want to grow alongside a company that is doing the same.
New Afton
Situated 10 kilometers west of Kamloops, British Columbia, the New Afton mine is an underground gold and copper producing site.
Kamloops is a city of 105,000 people, located 350 kilometers east of Vancouver. The area provides the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community with its own university and within easy reach of world class ski resorts, championship golf courses, mountain biking trails, popular recreational lakes and award-winning vineyards
About the Role
Schedule: 7 on 7 off, 11-hour shifts, days only
Position Report To: Geotechnical and Geology Specialist
Position Overview
Reporting to the Geotechnical and Geology Specialist, the Underground Geologist provides front-line geological support for ongoing geological and structural mapping, interpretation of mineralized zones, and development and maintenance of 3D geological models.
Responsibilities will include underground mapping and sampling, geological and structural interpretation, grade control, drill program support, and maintaining high-quality geological data. Working closely with mine operations, engineering, and planning teams, the Underground Geologist ensures geological interpretations are translated into clear, practical guidance that supports mine planning decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and maintain a strong commitment to safety in all aspects of work;
- Geological and geotechnical mapping of all underground development;
- Develop and maintain geological databases to support geological and structural model updates and ground support standards;
- Daily communication and coordination with the technical services group, assay lab, mine operations and contractors;
- Perform underground sampling of development headings and production areas;
- Perform mud-rush inspections, classifying ore fragmentation and moisture content for proactive risk mitigation
- Perform draw point inspections:
- Communicate changing conditions and inspection findings in a timely manner;
- Assist withgeology-based projects and present technical information to mine operations crews;
- Assist the exploration group with core logging, sampling, and data compilation.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, or related degree
- Minimum two years of geology experience;
- Eligible for registration as a GIT or EIT with EGBC;
- Experience with geological face mapping and/or core logging;
- Experience with geological sampling;
- Experience with 3D mining software e.g., Leapfrog, Deswik etc.;
- Experience in hard rock mining or exploration, preferably underground (co-op experience applicable);
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications;
- Strong observational, organizational, and documentation skills;
- Physical fitness for duty, including the ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs;
- Ability to work underground and perform strenuous fieldwork;
- Strong verbal and written communication and time management skills;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Valid driver’s license, including experience operating vehicles with manual transmission.
Preference will be given to those candidates who possess:
- Experience in geological and geotechnical mapping of porphyry deposits;
- Experience within the mining industry;
- Experience with block caving;
- Experience with data interpretation and geological modelling;
- Knowledge of copper-gold porphyry deposits;
- Knowledge of sampling theory and geostatistics.
Compensation
The anticipated salary for this position will be between $90,000 and $110,000. A comprehensive benefits program and performance bonus plan will also be provided. This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on November 18, 2026.
Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility
New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.