Are you ready for new challenges? Boliden – Aitik Near Mine Exploration, is now looking for a Senior Exploration Geologist.

Description

The Aitik Near Mine Exploration team is responsible for supporting mine geology at the active Aitik mine as well as advancing the Nautanen project and exploring for additional discoveries.

You will be working in a team of geologists, geophysicists, and exploration technicians to plan, initiate, and supervise exploration activities. As Senior Exploration Geologist you will be expected to take a leading role.

The position is permanent employment, full-time and stationed in Gällivare, Sweden. You will work in friendly, stable and supportive working conditions, and we believe that work-life balance is important.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a team of geoscientists and support functions to plan, initiate, and execute exploration programs safely and to budget.
• Compile and interpret geological data to generate new targets and advance prospects.
• Model geology in 3D.
• Maintain exploration licenses in good standing and complete reporting as required.
• Develop and implement QAQC routines and SOP’s for exploration activities.
• Training and mentoring Junior Geologists and field staff.
• Support development projects and feasibility studies.
• Promote Boliden’s values and contribute to maintaining a social license to operate.

Qualifications

• Geoscience degree with postgraduate qualification, MSc or PhD preferred.
• Proficient in written and spoken English. Fluency in Swedish or a willingness to learn is desired. Finnish is a merit.
• A category B driving license is required.
• 5+ years of experience in the exploration / mining industry.
• Demonstrated background in targeting and development of early to advanced stage exploration prospects.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, mineral systems, and preferably experience in Iron Oxide-Copper-Gold and porphyry copper exploration.
• Relevant experience with interpreting and modelling geological data in 2D and 3D using GIS and modelling software.
• Operational experience from planning and execution of diamond drill programs.

Apply now

Every journey at Boliden is different, what will yours look like? Apply now with your CV. We are happy to get your application up until Sunday 24 March 2024. Applications are continuously evaluated during the application period.

Your application is processed in accordance with the GDPR. Questions regarding your application are answered by Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Bertil Karlsson +46 910 77 32 78.

Want to know more?

Please contact hiring manager Ian McGimpsey, Head of Section Aitik Near Mine Exploration, at [email protected]

Trade union information is available from Giovanni Cibrario, SACO, +46 70 225 676 53, Andreas Mårtensson, Unionen, +46 70 541 83 93 and Peter Markström, Ledarna, +46 910 77 40 09.

Read more about working at Boliden here: Career - Boliden, Exploration - Boliden

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