Exploration Geologist/GIT (Temp) (7353)

About the Role

Schedule: 2 weeks on/ 2 weeks off; 11hour workdays (Day Shift only)

Duration: The position is a fixed term between May 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025

Position Reports To: Exploration Superintendent 

Position Overview: The incumbent will be tasked with supporting all exploration activities.

 Key Responsibilities

 The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Core logging and supervising core sampling
• Field mapping, prospecting, and project evaluations
• Drilling activities supervision
• Technical support via data analysis
• Geological modelling, and target generation
• Preparation of quarterly and annual progress updates
• Reporting of geological activities
• Assisting and implementing programs in the following areas: prospecting and soil sampling, mapping, monthly reconciliation, land management, resource modelling and reporting
• Day to day supervision and development of the personnel in the geology team

Qualifications

 The successful candidate will possess the following skills or experience:

• An undergraduate degree in Geology or Earth Sciences; M.Sc. in Geology will be given preference
• P.Geo/GIT designation eligible with EGBC considered an asset
• 4 years of geology related experience in mining or exploration environment is preferred
• Demonstrated the ability of being a contributing team member, demonstrate strong ethical attitude, initiative and able to manage required level of responsibility
• A broad understanding of geological and mineralization systems and applicable exploration methods, strategy, technology, and methodology
• Experience in core logging
• Physically fit for duty
• Strong computer skills including knowledge with database, GIS, and modelling software (Leapfrog, Vulcan etc.)
• Strong leadership abilities in both exploration and production situations and experienced in supervising a geology group
• Strong proficiency in verbal and written communication and time management skills

• Experience in geological mapping, geochemical and geophysical surveys, data interpretation and geological modelling
• Ability to work as part of a team and possess the ability to keep abreast of developments in the field

Other Requirements

Candidates will be required to participate in a comprehensive qualification process, including:

• Completion of pre-placement functional screen
• Provide proof of a valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in Canada
• Provide confirmation of valid educational requirements

Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position will be between $85,000 and $100,000.  A comprehensive benefits program and performance bonus plan will also be provided.  This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant. 

Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on April 24, 2025.

Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility

New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.  We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors.  Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Additional Information

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company.  Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.

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