Production Geologist

                                                                        Production Geologist

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Who we are:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.

The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.

The Opportunity:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking a Production Geologist at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 7X7 schedule, day shift rotation.

Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.

Become a Part of Our Team

As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mining Corporation, there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.

Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.

Position

Production Geologist

Location

Copper Mountain Mine is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors.  Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.

Summary

Reporting to the Senior Geologist, the Production Geologist is responsible for day-to-day short term mine geology tasks and determining the flow of material from the mine as well as providing ore control boundaries to the mine planners.

Responsibilities 

• Inspect blast hole cuttings,
• Ensures that ore control staking is correct,
• Performs field mapping of lithological boundaries and sampling of active faces,
• Compile and validate assay data from blastholes and perform the necessary QAQC checks,
• Supports diamond and RC drilling activities, monitor drilling progress, and interpret drill chips,
• Compiles mapping and assay information in 3-D software and correlates it with existing models,
• Assist with ore feed strategies to the primary crusher to provide optimal grade ore to the mill,
• Prepares weekly and monthly reports as required,
• Performs weekly and monthly reconciliation for model performance and impacts on grade,
• Blast movement monitoring and blast design inputs,
• Ensure ML/ARD management principals are followed, and correct litho-geochemical zones are identified,
• Performs any other responsibilities related to the role or as assigned by the department head.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or equivalent,
• 2-5 years of experience working as a geologist in a mining environment,
• Certified Professional Geologist designation and registered with EGBC (or eligible for registration),
• Experience in porphyry copper-gold deposit geology would be considered an asset,
• Familiarity with logging diamond core and RC chips is considered an asset,
• Working knowledge of Geovia Surpac 3D software or similar industry standard software is considered an asset,
• Acquire database experience is an asset,
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Word and Excel required,
• Valid driver’s license.

Required Skills

• Verbal and written proficiency in English,
• Demonstrated ability to be effective in a high-paced, dynamic, multi-tasking work environment,
• Have high regard for personal safety and the safety of company property and employees,
• Ability to work in and with cross-functional teams,
• Ability to collaborate with other support groups.

Working Conditions

• Work closely with other engineering team members and collaborate closely,
• Be required to perform computer-based functions combined with field work daily,
• Work requires the employee to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE),
• Frequent exposure to changing weather conditions,
• Work requires the employee to perform physical tasks like walking on uneven surfaces, standing for periods of time and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Salary Range

$95,000.00 - $110,000.00 / Annum.

To Apply

Please submit the posting application directly on our website at hudbayminerals.com/careers.

Copper Mountain Mine is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.