Junior Mineralogist

This position will conduct a wide variety of microscope and instrument-based mineralogical studies on base and precious metal ores industrial minerals and other materials. This position may manage small projects and help to coordinate and supervise technologists and technicians of related projects under senior guidance.

Contribute on mineralogical projects to optimize client satisfaction and project profitability.

Plans organizes and co-ordinates small scale laboratory projects.

Supports in compiling and analyzing mineralogy data.

Assists in the scheduling of mineralogy test work.

Verifies and compiles data and prepares data reports.

Aids in drafting and preparing portions of reports that are ultimately provided to clients.

Responsible for quality and timely completion of technical mineralogical reports and related invoicing.

Ensures the proper use of all facilities instruments and equipment used during a project.

Develops proposals from direction provided by Senior Mineralogists or the Manager of the AMF.

Constructively resolves work problems where they arise and recommends work measures to improve productivity and the quality of results.

Possible travel to other SGS minerals laboratory locations in Canada or overseas on either short-term assignments or longer-term assignments as part of a strategic initiative.

May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications :

• Education : A University degree in Mineralogy Geology Environmental Mineralogy Soil Science or Earth Sciences is required.
• Experience : 1 - 3 years of previous working experience (or equivalent) in a mineralogy related field.
• Previous experience in TIMA-X QEMSCAN SEM-EDS XRD or automated Mineralogy processing is a strong asset.
• Must be able to read understand and follow work instructions in a safe accurate and timely manner.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook etc.).
• Ability to complete projects independently or with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced highly professional environment.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

Additional Information :

Compensation :  $26 to $32 per hour / 40 hours per week.

Some benefit highlights :

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such we recruit hire train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression and Indigenous status or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skills and / or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the companys rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

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Experience : years

Vacancy : 1