Canada - Project Geologist

Who We Are

Founded in 1993, Kinross is a Canadian-based senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline.

Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. Our values-based approach ensures that sustainability and our environmental, social and governance commitments are a core part of our strategy and plans for future growth. In line with our values, we also aim to build meaningful partnerships with all of our stakeholders, including communities, shareholders, employees, governments and suppliers.

Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol: K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: KGC).

Job Summary

The Project Exploration Geologist will contribute to the planning and execution of various exploration programs throughout Canada. The role will include supporting property scale programs, overseeing contractors, and ensuring that the health and safety guidelines of the corporation are strictly adhered to. The candidate must be willing to travel to the various project sites and work on a rotational basis. 

Key Responsibilities

• Assist property scale exploration programs through:
  • Coordination of onsite personnel and contractors
  • Participation and oversight of field programs (drilling (core logging), field mapping, geochemical, etc.)
  • Handling program logistics
• Implement/monitor QAQC protocols
• Preparation of maps and technical reports
• Maintain the quality and integrity of the geological databases
• Maintain budget as assigned by Exploration Manager
• Provide assistance in the evaluation/interpretation of data and contribute to the planning of exploration programs
• Participate and contribute in researching and compiling data for project generation

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Geology (B.Sc. minimum)
• Must be eligible to obtain a certified Professional Geologist designation (APGO, APEGM)
• Minimum of 2-4 years of related work experience
• Previous experience on drill programs and core logging
• Previous experience in the mining industry is preferred
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving abilities
• Ability and desire to travel and work in different locations for variable amounts of time (50-75% time in the field)
• Good communication skills and proven ability to work with others.
• Strong organizational skills and able to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Experience in the use of GIS software (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS)
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of software (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Working knowledge of French is an asset

Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions, including who moves forward in the process, are made by a human.

Existing Vacancy

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.