Geologist in Training - Elkford, Canada - Teck Resources Limited

Teck Resources Limited

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Elkford, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Closing Date:

January 6, 2023:

Reporting to the Senior Geologist Supervisor, the Geologist-in-Training is responsible for working with the Engineering, Operations and Processing teams to effectively recover and blend coal released during the mining process.

The schedule for this role will be 4x4 rotation with 12-hour shifts and will be located approximately 75% in the field and 25% in the office.

The position is a rotational role with potential for future opportunities within the Engineering and Geology group at Greenhills Operations.

To be successful in this role we are looking for an individual with excellent leadership, problem solving, organizational, time management, and communication skills.

We are looking for someone who has a strong focus on safety and personal responsibility, enjoys working within a team and is self-motivated, and who will maintain a positive and adaptable demeanor while balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone Come experience what work life balance is all about

Responsibilities:

Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
Work and collaborate with Mine Operations to release planned coal seams while minimizing coal loss
Carry out pit sampling campaigns for quality parameters and oxide coal
Provide coal packages for Mine Operations including seam locations, mining priorities, seam cleaning notes, and stockpile management
Create coal blends for maximum plant productivity and inspec clean coal products
Work collaboratively with Mine Operations and Processing; troubleshoot any coal feed or processing issues and provide effective solutions
Carry out geophysical logging of production drill holes using a gamma tool

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geological Engineering
Registered as a GIT or PGeo, or eligible to register, with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia
Previous work experience in a mining environment, with experience in open pit, truck, and shovel operations an asset
Advanced computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

About Teck:

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person's unique perspective and contribution.

Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically.

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, as well as investments in energy assets.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK.