Posted 17 days ago
Manager, Exploration
@ Osisko Development Ltd
Wells, British Columbia
Overview
Osisko Development Ltd, through its subsidiary Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd., is hiring a Manager, Exploration for its Cariboo Gold Project in Wells, British Columbia. The role leads technical exploration programs, multidisciplinary teams, contractors and consultants, covering land management, target generation and field execution. The posting states a 14-days-on, 14-days-off rotation.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage technical exploration programs
- Supervise geological mapping, sampling, drilling and geophysical programs
- Integrate exploration datasets into target generation workflows
- Plan and manage field programs, permitting and contractors
- Prepare technical reports and stakeholder presentations
Requirements summary:
- Undergraduate degree in Geology required
- Professional Geoscientist registration or eligibility in British Columbia
- 15+ years exploration and mining experience, 5 in management
- Experience with 3D modelling, geological databases and ArcGIS
- Valid driver's licence
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 15+ years |
| Management experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer high |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Geology |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Stock or equity |
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Osisko Development Ltd
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd. ("BGM"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Osisko Gold Group Inc. ("OGG"), is seeking a highly motivated individual to be part of its Cariboo Gold Project as a Manager, Exploration in Well, British Columbia.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our company, which is committed to building and operating a modern, safe, socially and environmentally sustainable mining operation that will support generations to come. One of our core values is building and maintaining relationships that are based on reciprocity to ensure mutual benefits for all stakeholders and a legacy for future generations.
This position will be primarily located in Wells, British Columbia and will follow fourteen [14] days on and fourteen [14] days off work rotation.
Reporting to the Vice President, Exploration, the Manager, Exploration is responsible for leading and managing all technical aspects of the Company’s extensive exploration programs. The successful candidate will also lead multidisciplinary exploration teams, contractors and consultants to deliver on and successfully execute the Company’s Exploration growth strategy. This role oversees land management, project generation, target identification, exploration strategy, and the execution of field programs, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with corporate, regulatory, and safety standards.
Main Responsibilities
· Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and community relations standards in all exploration activities
· Design, implement, and oversee effective exploration strategies and programs across regional and near-mine projects
· Supervise and technically review geological mapping, sampling, drilling, geophysical, and geochemical programs to ensure data quality and geological integrity
· Lead the integration of all exploration datasets into coherent exploration models and target generation workflows
· Plan and manage exploration field programs, including permitting, logistics, and contractor oversight, while delivering programs safely, on schedule, and within budget
· Prepare and review technical reports, presentations, and exploration press releases for internal and external stakeholders
Skills and Abilities Required
· Proven track record of leading successful exploration programs from grassroots exploration through to resource definition in remote and logistically challenging environments
· Strong experience with 3D geological modelling software, geological database systems, and ArcGIS
· Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience reporting to executive
· leadership
· Highly organized, motivated self-starter with high professional standards for themselves and others
Qualifications
· At a minimum, the successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree in Geology from a recognized institution. Possession of graduate degree(s) in Geology would be an asset.
· Registered, or eligible to register, as a Professional Geoscientist with Professional Geoscientists in the Province of British Columbia.
· 15+ years of experience in exploration and mining environments, including a minimum of five years in a supervisory or management role
· Valid Driver’s License
Benefits
· Paid Time Off
· Extended Health, Dental, and Vision Care
· Health Spending Account
· Personal Spending Account
· Disability Insurance
· Life Insurance
· Employee Share Purchase Plan
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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