Geologist - Hiring Now

We are on the lookout for a confident Geologist to join our productive team at Teck Resources Limited in Vancouver, BC.
Growing your career as a Full Time Geologist is a great opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, persuasion and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Geologist at Teck Resources Limited today!

Closing Date: February 17, 2023

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Senior Geologist, the Geologist will support the summer drill program at the Schaft Creek project located in Northwestern British Columbia. During the program the Geologist will work on a rotational basis in a remote camp. The beginning and end of the program may include remote or office-based work. This is a seasonal Geologist position responsible for project level work, including collecting and processing geologic data to support the requirements of the 2023 drill program. It is anticipated the position will be temporary position from approximately May 2023 to October 2023 that could potentially extend depending on performance and program results. Responsibilities:

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to safety and environmental rules and procedures 
• Contribute to the safe, productive, and cost-effective delivery of the 2023 Schaft Creek Drill Program through effective and timely:
  • Geological and Geotechnical logging of diamond drill core, including correct identification of lithology, alteration mineralogy, mineralization, and sample interval selection
  • Collection of appropriate geotechnical, geochemical, and geometallurgical samples from core
  • Liaison with core technicians, core cutters, drilling contractors and engineering consultants
  • Contribute to a culture of teamwork between all project stakeholders, encourage cooperation and open communication
  • Support additional project initiatives, leveraging the successful candidate’s skills and experiences
  • Contribute to a culture of teamwork across all constituents and stakeholders and encourage cooperation and open communication
• Maintain and develop professional competencies by keeping abreast of technical advances and expanding personal technical knowledge
• Contribute to the planning of projects by collecting and interpreting field observations and suggesting possible future action steps

The above accountabilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. in Geology or a related discipline and hold or qualify for Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) or Geoscientist-in-Training (G.I.T.) status with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC). 
• A minimum of 1 year of geoscience experience, including exposure to mineral exploration in greenfields and/or brownfields environments.
• Specific experience in core logging is a strong asset.
• Specific experience working on porphyry copper projects is an asset.
• Strong mineral identification skills.
• Understanding of porphyry copper deposit formation model.
• Results oriented with excellent observational, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Able to work a rotation schedule and live onsite in a remote camp environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent spoken and written English language skills required.
• Valid Occupational First Aid – Level 1 certificate with Transportation Endorsement.
• Can manage one’s own time, sets clear objectives and monitors progress and results. Is aware of personal limitations and seeks ways to improve, is aware of how actions affect others.
• Exercises good listening skills and clearly communicates outcomes with others. Uses concise language to eliminate ambiguity.
• Collaborates with others to develop new ideas and shares responsibility in project deliverables.

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution.

Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal, zinc and energy. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK. 

The pursuit of sustainability guides Teck’s approach to business. Teck is building partnerships and capacity to confront sustainability challenges within the regions in which it operates and at the global level. In 2020, Teck was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) for the eleventh straight year, indicating that Teck’s sustainability practices rank in the top 10 per cent of the world’s 2,500 largest public companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index. 

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Benefits of working as a Geologist in Vancouver, BC:

● Excellent benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Advantageous package