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Exploration Geologists

Employer
Newcrest Mining
Location
Red Chris Mine, Canada
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Feb 14, 2021

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Discover what's possible with us

Newcrest is one of the world's largest gold mining companies. As a global business, we aim to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

We recognise that our different backgrounds and perspectives help us find better ways to: solve problems; attract and retain the best people; explore, develop and produce more gold safely and profitably; and help make Newcrest a better place to work.

Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshalling points within BC including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Williams Lake, Prince George and Smithers.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for Expressions of Interest from Geologists to assist drilling activity within the exploration group, through the daily support of safety, coordination of the drilling programs, and the core processing based at our Red Chris site. Reporting to the Senior Project Geologist skills and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Geotechnical logging, core photography, detailed core logging core sampling and surface sampling.
  • Collect geological data including geological mapping, stream, soil, auger, rock chip samples, and describe samples as required to enable integration into project interpretations
  • Undertake geological, geochemical, and geophysical interpretation of exploration data
  • Ensure all geological data is validated
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong data observation, evaluation, interpretation, verbal, and written skills are essential for the role.

So if you are a proactive and enthusiastic Geologist with up to 5 years experience in Mineral exploration and a Tertiary qualification (minimum BSc Geology or equivalent) looking for a new and exciting opportunity, please apply. Please include a cover letter with your application to address the selection criteria and your level of experience.

Our commitment to you

At Newcrest, we hold core values that focus on caring about people, working together and achieving a high-performance culture through innovation and problem solving.

Newcrest's commitment to diversity and inclusion respects both the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the advertised application closing date.

You must have working rights in Canada to apply for this role.

Company

Newcrest is the largest gold producer listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and one of the world's largest gold mining companies.

At Newcrest we’re known for our strong technical capabilities in exploration, deep underground block caving and metallurgical processing skills. We're committed to creating a work environment where everyone can go home safe and healthy every day, and where everyone actively contributes to this outcome; operating and developing mines in line with strong environmental, social and governance practices; developing a diverse workforce; and developing and maintaining strong relationships with our communities and governments.

In 2017, we joined the International Council on Mining and Metals, an international organisation that brings together 25 mining and metals companies and over 30 regional and commodities associations dedicated to a safe, fair and sustainable mining and metals industry, and serving as a catalyst for change to enhance mining’s contribution to society.

Our Code of ConductCorporate governance framework and a comprehensive suite of company policies protect against illegal and inappropriate behaviours, such as fraud, bribery, corruption, discrimination and bullying, and articulate our position on safety, health, human rights, environment, communities, security and diversity and inclusion.

Diversity and inclusion are essential parts of Newcrest’s vision, values and company culture. Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2021-2025 to learn more about how we are building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

Our headquarters are in Melbourne, Australia with operating mines in Australia, Canada and Papua New Guinea.

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