Micon - Principal Resource Geologist

Micon is a highly skilled multidisciplinary engineering company with service capabilities covering the following areas: geology, mining, metallurgy, mineral economics and environmental and social studies in the mining, minerals processing and financial sectors. 

As Principal Resource Geologist you will be responsible for leading the estimation and reporting of mineral resources, managing geological models, and ensuring the integrity of geoscientific data and interpretations.  You will work as part of Micon’s Resource Geology Team and be required to collaborate with other technical disciplines.   

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will be performing a range of duties, including but not limited to:  

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Resource estimation and modelling for mining projects, ensuring methodologies are compliant with international reporting standards (e.g., NI 43-101, JORC, SK-1300). 

• Work with multidisciplinary project teams, including geologists, mining engineers, and processing engineers, to deliver high-quality technical reports and resource statements. 

• Review, validate, and sign off on resource and reserve estimates as a Qualified Person (QP), providing expert guidance and oversight during NI 43-101 and similar audit processes. 

• Advise clients on best practices in mineral resource reporting, regulatory compliance, and risk management for exploration and mine development projects. 

• Prepare, edit, and deliver technical reports, studies, and due diligence assessments for clients and regulatory submission. 

• Liaise with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders to communicate results, provide technical expertise, and support business development initiatives. 

• Contribute technical expertise to project proposals, cost estimates, and timelines for geological consulting assignments. 

• Support internal training and mentoring of junior geologists and team members in resource estimation techniques, software use (e.g., Leapfrog, Datamine, Surpac), and regulatory understanding. 

• Ensure adherence to data security, client confidentiality, and ethical standards in line with consultancy policies and global best practices. 

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities 

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).  

• Proficient in geological modelling and estimation software Experience in open pit and/or underground mining environments.  

• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.  

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, defensible resource models.  

• Registered with a professional geoscience organization in Canada to enable Qualified/Competent Person sign-off  

• Strong knowledge of geological principles, resource estimation methodologies, and international reporting standards.  

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in resource geology, including significant experience in 3D modelling and resource estimation.  

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified. They shall not be constructed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Employees will be expected to follow the direction of their supervisor and perform the assigned work that the Company deems them qualified to perform, in accordance with the Company’s values, job performance and key behaviour expectations.