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Project Geologist

@ Coeur Mining, Inc.

British Columbia

Full-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Coeur Mining, Inc. is hiring a full-time Project Geologist (Underground) for its Coeur Silvertip operation in northern British Columbia. The role plans and supervises underground drilling and mapping, mentors early-career staff, and reports results. Schedule is two weeks on and two weeks off, 12-hour days at a remote mine camp, with an annual bonus.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and supervise underground drilling programs
  • Conduct underground structural, geological and geotechnical mapping and sampling
  • Log core and perform sampling
  • Mentor and review work of early-career team members
  • Present results through reports and presentations

Requirements summary:

  • B.Sc. in geology or geoscience
  • Minimum five years mining or exploration experience
  • Experience with underground diamond drilling
  • PGeo registration or eligibility with EGBC
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Physically fit for the position

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2026-10-23
First seen by our source
2026-11-14
Source record updated
2026-11-14

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentResearch & science
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Travelair: moderate · ground: minimal
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsPGeo, EGBC registration
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyGeology, Geoscience
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus

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Coeur Mining, Inc.

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Job description
We Pursue a Higher Standard

We are a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with seven wholly-owned operations: the New Afton gold-copper mine in British Columbia, Canada, the Rainy River gold-silver mine in Ontario, Canada, the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia, Canada.

Coeur Silvertip is one of the highest-grade silver-zinc lead projects in the world. Coeur is focused on targeted exploration of Silvertip’s large, highly prospective land package. Recent drilling results reinforce Silvertip's growing potential as an emerging tier-one asset for the Company.

Coeur Silvertip prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today!

Operating in a Northern British Columbia mining environment on a two week in/two week out shift rotation, the Project Geologist (Underground) is a key employee involved in the geology functions at the Silvertip Operation. An active interest in geology and exploration, solid work ethics, regular attendance, and punctuality are essential requirements for this position.

Responsibilities May Include

  • Planning and supervising underground drilling programs;
  • Underground structural, geological and geotechnical mapping and sampling;
  • Complete accurate core logging and sampling as required;
  • Oversee and review the work of more early career team members to ensure accuracy and consistency, provide mentorship and training as required;
  • Create and communicate results and progress through presentations and written reports;
  • Perform pre-operational checks, operate equipment and perform all job functions according to Safe Operating procedures;
  • Assist with surface exploration programs as required;
  • Work with Mine Operations and Technical Services departments to accomplish shared objectives;
  • Accomplish other tasks within his/her area of expertise as requested.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • B.Sc. Geology or Geoscience;
  • Minimum of five (5) years mining or exploration experience;
  • Experience with underground diamond drilling programs;
  • Experience in CRD-skarn-porphyry or structurally-controlled deposits is considered an asset;
  • Working knowledge of 3D software (Leapfrog or similar), Acquire and word processing and spreadsheet programs;
  • Registered or eligible for PGeo registration with EGBC;
  • Valid driver's license;
  • Capable of driving and navigating underground;
  • Familiarity with digital underground geological mapping is an asset;
  • Familiarity with geotechnical logging and underground mapping is an asset;
  • Physically fit to perform the duties of the position;
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Additional Information

  • Willing to work a two week on/off schedule, working 12 hours per day at a remote mine camp.
  • Eligible for Annual Bonus.
  • Our current designated marshalling locations are Vancouver, Kelowna, Nanaimo, Calgary, Edmonton, Whitehorse, Teslin, and Watson Lake.

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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