Posted 10 months ago
Geologist, Mine Engineering
@ Gibraltar Mine
British Columbia
Overview
Trekor Metals' Gibraltar Mine in Mcleese Lake, BC is hiring a full-time Geologist for its Mine Geology team, reporting to the Chief Geologist. The role covers ore control, pit wall mapping, resource modeling, reconciliation and infill drilling support at an open pit copper mine. The posted salary range is $102,700 to $128,300.
Responsibilities:
- Support ore control and daily grade control activities
- Map pit walls and interpret geology
- Maintain short range and stockpile models and reconciliation
- Plan, execute and report infill drilling programs
- Log core and chips, and mentor Geologists in Training
Requirements summary:
- Degree in Geology or Geological Engineering
- Eligible to register as a P.Geo with EGBC
- 4+ years open pit mine experience preferred
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Experience with porphyry deposits an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-01-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Research & science |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P.Geo |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Geology, Geological Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
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Gibraltar Mine
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Full company description
Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic international mining company driven to unlock the true value of copper in North America for its investors, employees, communities, and for the complex changing world. As a leading copper producer, Taseko recognizes and delivers enduring opportunity through developing and operating world-class copper mines and mineral properties in British Columbia and Arizona. Taseko’s corporate strategy is to grow the company sustainably and profitably by focusing on the continued operations of the Company’s foundational asset, the Gibraltar Mine, while also developing its pipeline of high-quality advanced- stage development projects. The long-life, low-cost Gibraltar copper mine (75% owned) located in south-central BC, is a state-of-the-art facility that has won numerous environmental and safety awards for operational excellence. It is second largest open pit copper mine in Canada, producing an average of 130 million pounds of copper and 2.5 million pounds of molybdenum per year, and supporting a 700+ person workforce. Taseko is also advancing the Florence Copper project in Arizona – a near-term copper producer with an unparalleled energy, water and GHG profile per unit of production. Florence Copper is a unique ‘in-situ copper recovery’ project which, once in production, will significantly increase Taseko’s annual metal production, delivering a necessary metal our society requires for a low-carbon future. In addition, Taseko also owns the Yellowhead copper project and the Aley niobium project providing the Company with a diverse development opportunity.
- LinkedIn followers
- 14,917
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 342
- Reported office locations
- 12th Floor - 1040 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4H1, CA
- 172 Second Ave N, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1Z6, CA
- 10251 Gibraltar Mine, McLeese Lake, British Columbia V0L 1P0, US
- 1575 w E Hunt Hwy, Florence, Arizona 85132, US
- Business categories
- Mining
- Mining Technology
- Mineral
- Other recorded names
- Yellowhead
- Gibraltar Mine
- Taseko Mines
- Trekor Metals Limited
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 930,255,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic international mining company driven to unlock the true value of copper in North America for its investors, employees, communities, and for the complex changing world. As a leading copper producer, Taseko recognizes and delivers enduring opportunity through developing and operating world-class copper mines and mineral properties in British…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 29 |
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Position Title | Geologist/Project Geologist, Mine Engineering. |
Employment Type | Full-Time |
Organization | Gibraltar Mine |
Location | Mcleese Lake, BC |
Reporting Relationship | Chief Geologist |
Salary Range | $102,700 to $128,300 |
About Trekor
Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, Trekor Metals Limited (Trekor) is a leading North American copper producer with a robust development pipeline of minerals projects and properties in Canada and the United States.
Known for seeing opportunities where other mining companies do not, Trekor has a two-decade track record of delivering value for shareholders, employees, communities where we operate, and others — from acquiring the Gibraltar Mine in BC for a single dollar and building it into Canada's second-largest copper producer, to transforming Arizona’s Florence Copper into the world's first greenfield in-situ copper recovery operation.
Trekor goes Beyond Potential.
For more information visit our website www.Trekormetals.com.
Role Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic Geologist to join our Geology Team at Gibraltar Mine. This is an excellent opportunity for a Geologist to grow their Mine Geology skills through hands-on experience at one of Canada’s largest open pit copper mines.
The successful candidate will contribute to projects for improve grade control process, support infill drilling programs and participate in training and mentorship of Geologist in Training. They will work directly with the Mine Engineering and operations teams on continuous improvement initiatives to promote mineral resource stewardship and operational excellence. This role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior professionals, and develop technical competencies.
Core Responsibilities
- Maintain and continuously develop safety skills and habits to keep safe.
- Strong commitment to safety leadership.
- Work with and provide support to the Mine Engineering group which may include rotating roles.
- Mine Geology and Ore control:
- Contribute to Ore control improvement initiatives
- Support Ore control team with daily activities
- Pit wall mapping, and Geological interpretation
- Completing weekly projection model, bench reconciliation, ore cuts and stockpile management.
- Modeling and reconciliation
- Updating and maintenance of short range and stockpile models
- Contribute to completion of month end reconciliation and reporting
- Support resource improvement initiatives
- Project Geology
- Support planning, execution and reporting of infill drilling programs.
- Core logging, chip logging
- Support Near Mine Exploration projects
- Support mine to mill projects and initiatives.
Education & Experience
- Degree or similar education in Geology/Geological Engineering.
- Eligible to register as a P.Geo with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia
- 4+ years Open pit mine experience is preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
- Geological experience mapping and logging of porphyry or similar deposit types would be an asset.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Mineplan, Datashed, Leapfrog Geo and Wenco would be an asset.
The Community
- Williams Lake has a population of approximately 12,000 but services nearly 25,000 as it is a central hub for many outlying smaller communities
- Adult recreational leagues for many popular sports including hockey, soccer, and softball
- A fantastic trail network for mountain biking, walking, and hiking
- Dozens of nearby lakes for fishing, paddling, and camping opportunities
- Close by cross country and downhill skiing venues
Compensation
At all Trekor locations, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs.
Additionally, our compensation and benefits package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an RRSP matching program.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic organization, apply via the Trekor website at www.Trekormetals.com/careers/.
Trekor is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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