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Assistant Geology Superintendent

Assistant Geology Superintendent

CSG TalentOntario
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

CSG is excited to be supporting a key client in their search for an Assistant Geology Superintendent . Following the commencement of production this year in one of their key deposits, this position will play a key role immediately and throughout the lifetime of their mining operations. The mine will become one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines.

Assistant Geology Superintendent

The position will report to the Manager of Exploration & Geology, the Assistant Geology Superintendent is responsible for supervising, mapping, data analysis and reporting of in-pit production activities while ensuring accuracy. The Assistant Geology Superintendent will assist with designing and managing the in-pit RC grade control drilling program.

Primary responsibilities include :

  • Support the Manager - Exploration & Geology while working in a production team to deliver the maximum ore grade to the Process Plant through accurate identification of mineralization, optimal ore classification and supervision of extraction
  • Supervise in-pit geological mapping and data analysis for both grade control modeling and geotechnical evaluation
  • Ensure accuracy of production dig line mark-ups
  • Supervising and reporting of in-pit production
  • Assist with designing and managing in-pit RC grade control drilling program
  • Monitoring and evaluation of geological and assay data quality; monitoring blasts with regard to geological structures
  • Supervise sampling of various drills and evaluation of assay data quality
  • Supervise update of grade control database, block model and design of ore blocks
  • Maintain databases and analyze data for production and reconciliation purposes
  • Reconcile mine versus mill figures and mine versus reserve and resource figures
  • Ensure all mine geology department activities follow health and safety policies and laws

What are we looking for?

  • Demonstrated proficiency with mining software. Experience with Datamine, Deswik and Leapfrog would be considered an asset.
  • Thorough understanding in the efficient use of geological instruments, techniques and interpretation of data
  • Self-motivated and safety conscious
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
  • Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical skills

    • EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

  • Degree in geology or related.
  • 8+ years related work experience, preferably in an open-pit gold mining environment

    • Does this position sound like a great fit? If so, please apply today and we will be in touch!