Graduate Exploration Geologist
Atlantic Operations is a wholly owned subsidiary of St Barbara Limited, an ASX listed gold producer and explorer with mining assets in Canada and Australia. We are proud to be a Company recognized by industry awards for operational excellence and performance, sustainability, gender diversity and pay equity.
We are currently seeking
Graduate Exploration Geologists to support our ongoing exploration efforts in Nova Scotia. The roles are based out of St Barbara’s Dartmouth office and will report to the Exploration Superintendent.
Graduate Exploration Geologists will spend significant amounts of time in the field during the field season to support the planned exploration activities on the many exploration targets and resources under development by St Barbara Atlantic throughout Nova Scotia.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities Including But Not Limited To
- Carrying out exploration under the direction of senior team members
- Undertaking rock chipping and soil sampling programs
- Logging and sampling of drill core or RC chips
- Sorting and collating historical pulp samples
- Always ensuring a safe working environment
- Research and data compilation
- Completing other geological activities as assigned
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Geology or a related field of studies
- Eligible to register as a GIT
- Willingness to adhere to St Barbara safety procedures
- Computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite products
- Strong communication skills
- Current unencumbered Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Own transportation to/from St Barbara’s Bedford office
- Competent with outdoor field work which includes being proficient on the use and operation of a GPS and compass and being able to hike long distances while carrying heavy packs
Working Conditions
- Physically demanding – 8 to 12-hour days hiking through the woods in variable weather conditions
- 40 hour working week
- Must be available to undertake regional field work which will require overnight stays away from Halifax
- Must wear Personal Protective Equipment
We would like to thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.
For further information about St Barbara, visit https://stbarbaragold.ca
Please understand that screening and interviewing may take place prior to the advertised close date. 