Mine Geologist Technician
(Geology & Exploration)
Full Time
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
Position Summary
First Nickel is one of Canada’s premiere nickel/copper companies with near term production from the Lockerby Mine Project in the Sudbury area. First Nickel maintains a safe and environmentally friendly compliant operation and has been named one of the top five employers in Northern Ontario for 2012.
Reporting Relationship
The Mine Geologist Technician provides support and direction to mine operations, capital projects and environmental compliance. This position reports directly to the Chief Geologist.
Essential Functions
The essential functions of this position are:
- Works in compliance with First Nickel Inc. safety rules and the Internal Responsibility System.
- Good working knowledge in the use and editing of Microsoft Office
- Fully capable of learning and using 3D mining software, DH Logger and Fusion
- Work in core shack, opening and racking diamond drill core along with assay sampling operation of the surface assay tower, and probing production holes
- Capable of running small underground diesel man carriers and forklifts
- Team player with good communication, writing and basic math skills
- Good level of physical fitness
- Work shift work or a modified dayshift schedule with weekend coverage
Qualifications and Skills Requirements
- College Diploma; 1 to 2 years of underground mine experience in a geological role
- Basic underground and surface common core which includes modules; U0000, U0001, U0002 transcripts
Compensation
First Nickel Inc. is a progressive, equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive compensation package.