Assistant Geology Superintendent

CSG is excited to be supporting a key client in their search for an Assistant Geology Superintendent . Following the commencement of production this year in one of their key deposits, this position will play a key role immediately and throughout the lifetime of their mining operations.

The mine will become one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines.

Assistant Geology Superintendent

The position will report to the Manager of Exploration & Geology, the Assistant Geology Superintendent is responsible for supervising, mapping, data analysis and reporting of in-pit production activities while ensuring accuracy.

The Assistant Geology Superintendent will assist with designing and managing the in-pit RC grade control drilling program.

Primary responsibilities include :

• Support the Manager - Exploration & Geology while working in a production team to deliver the maximum ore grade to the Process Plant through accurate identification of mineralization, optimal ore classification and supervision of extraction
• Supervise in-pit geological mapping and data analysis for both grade control modeling and geotechnical evaluation
• Ensure accuracy of production dig line mark-ups
• Supervising and reporting of in-pit production
• Assist with designing and managing in-pit RC grade control drilling program
• Monitoring and evaluation of geological and assay data quality; monitoring blasts with regard to geological structures
• Supervise sampling of various drills and evaluation of assay data quality
• Supervise update of grade control database, block model and design of ore blocks
• Maintain databases and analyze data for production and reconciliation purposes
• Reconcile mine versus mill figures and mine versus reserve and resource figures
• Ensure all mine geology department activities follow health and safety policies and laws

What are we looking for?

• Demonstrated proficiency with mining software. Experience with Datamine, Deswik and Leapfrog would be considered an asset.
• Thorough understanding in the efficient use of geological instruments, techniques and interpretation of data
• Self-motivated and safety conscious
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

• Degree in geology or related.
• 8+ years related work experience, preferably in an open-pit gold mining environment

Does this position sound like a great fit? If so, please apply today and we will be in touch!