Geologist - Graduate

Northern Star Pogo LLC • Delta Junction, AK

30d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Geologist reports to the Exploration Manager and is required to ensure exploration objectives are met safely and efficiently by completing the following in a timely manner:

Working with the Exploration Team to log core, undertake basic Geotechnical work and report to Department Geologists.
Working safely around drill rigs and with drill personnel.
Follow all NSR STARR guidelines (see below) and Exploration safety procedures on the claim block and around Alaskan wildlife in particular.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, majoring in Geology
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Office suite
• Good communication skills.
• Current Driver’s License.
• Pass a background check and post-offer physical

Nice To Haves

• Previous mining industry experience, preferably in Exploration.
• Post graduate qualification, e.g. Honors.
• Competency in mining software skills including AcQuire, ArcGis, LeapFrog and other modelling software.
• Member of a geologist’s Professional Association.
• Dynamic, high energy, self-motivated; able to make independent decisions.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain or exceed best industry practice in all geological and environmental tasks.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• Ability to complete an onsite MSHA course training program.
• Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Work to understand the geology of the Pogo property
• Obtain and process geological data from: Surface diamond drill core logging Geotechnical work with diamond core Update and verify geology databases
• Develop basic geological map skills, work with geophysical and GIS data
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all Exploration personnel including cross shifting Geologists, Technical Services personnel, Mining contractors, Drilling contractors
• Daily scheduling with surface drill operations
• Complete project work and reports to a professional standard as and when required.
• Understanding of geological sampling techniques and QAQC requirements.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Company provided camp during the work rotation.
• Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms.
• Dormitory rooms have a land line phone, great Wi-Fi & cable TV.
• Cell service is available through Wi-Fi.
• The Company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees