exploration geologist
About the role
Education: Bachelor's degree. Work site environment: Outdoors. At heights. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Conduct analytical studies of core samples, drill cuttings and rock samples to identify their composition. Organize geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs. Develop models and applied software for the analysis and interpretation of data. Identify and advise on anticipated natural risks. Plan analytical studies of core samples to identify chemical, mineral, hydrocarbon and biological composition. Plan, direct and participate in analyses of geological, geochemical and geophysical survey data, well logs and other test results, maps, notes and cross sections. Plan, direct and participate in geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Computer and technology knowledge: ArcGIS. Realize modelling and simulation exercises on computerized units. Data manipulation and analysis. MS Excel. MS PowerPoint. MS Word. Mapping and data visualization software. Field work location experience: On land. Area of work experience: Basic, theoretical or fundamental research. Industrial research and development. Resource exploitation and development. Resource exploration. Statistical analysis. Geochemistry specialization: Field sampling and preparation. Rock and source analysis. Geology specialization: Mineralogy or applied mineralogy. Mineral deposits or mining. Diamond drill interpretation. Subsurface geological mapping. Geophysics specialization: Minerals. Down-hole techniques. Gravity. Magnetic. Radar. Radiometric. Resistivity. Transportation/travel information: Willing to travel. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to distinguish between colours. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Sitting. Standing for extended periods. Personal suitability: Accurate. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Workplace information: On the road job.