Chief Exploration Geologist

Chief Exploration Geologist - Regional & Near-Mine Exploration

Northwestern Ontario | Full-Time, Permanent | 14/14 FIFO Rotation

We are partnering with an established North American precious metals producer to find a Chief Exploration Geologist for their operations in Northwestern Ontario. Reporting to the Exploration Manager, you will provide technical leadership for the site's exploration team, driving regional exploration success and near-mine resource growth across a strategic land package in Archean greenstone belt terrain.

The Opportunity

You will take technical ownership of the regional exploration program, managing target generation, geological modelling and contractor-run field activities, while supporting the near-mine drilling program and mentoring the broader exploration team. This is a permanent, full-time position with a 14/14 FIFO rotation, offering long-term career growth within an active and well-resourced exploration business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage regional exploration programs, including budgeting, target generation, strategic planning, permitting and reporting
• Supervise and contribute to data management, collection, compilation and detailed interpretation of geological information
• Develop, maintain and update regional and deposit-scale geological models as exploration and understanding evolve
• Manage contractor-related regional work, including contractor selection, drilling and field supervision, and cost monitoring
• Support reporting requirements to government and other stakeholders, and assist with management of the near-mine drilling program
• Ensure all exploration activities, including contractor work, align with the company's environmental, health and safety policies
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the site exploration team
• Maintain positive relationships with surrounding communities

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Science; a post-graduate degree is an asset
• Registered or eligible to register as a P.Geo in Ontario
• 8-15+ years' mineral exploration experience in early-stage exploration, with regional-scale targeting experience in Archean greenstone belts an asset
• Previous supervisory experience across both exploration teams and contractors

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of mineral exploration methods, QA/QC practices, geological settings and deposit models, particularly gold deposit environments
• Proficiency in GIS and 3D modelling software, with ArcGIS and Leapfrog experience an asset
• Strong technical report writing skills

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, environment and community
• Comfortable working on a FIFO rotation in a remote, residential site environment

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary range of approximately $145,000-$170,000
• 14/14 FIFO rotation with a comprehensive benefits package
• Extended health and dental benefits, plus short- and long-term disability insurance
• Defined matching contribution retirement savings plan
• Long-term incentive plan and quarterly incentive program
• Genuine career development opportunities within a growing exploration business

Location

Based at a residential mine site in Northwestern Ontario, with a 14/14 FIFO rotation. Preference for candidates able to reside in or regularly commute to the Northwestern Ontario region; applicants with experience working in a cross-cultural environment and knowledge of the region are considered an asset.

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