Location: Logan Lake, BC, Canada
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
About Highland Valley Copper
Highland Valley Copper (HVC) Operations is Canada’s largest open-pit copper mine and molybdenum operation. HVC produces both copper and molybdenum concentrate through autogenous and semi-autogenous grinding and flotation.
Located approximately 17 kilometers west of Logan Lake and about 50 kilometers southwest of Kamloops in British Columbia, the surrounding areas of HVC have an abundant offering of outdoor experiences.
Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We have a rich history of consistently driving innovation, harnessing cutting-edge technology, and cultivating a dynamic environment that empowers our employees to shape the future.
Embrace Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value, central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, fostering a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you'll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.
Reporting to the Senior Geologist, Strategic Planning, the Field Geologist will work throughout the operation to coordinate the safe preparation, moving, and shutdown of diamond drilling operations.
Responsibilities include coordinating geology field operations with various departments, managing drill contractors, completing daily safety inspections, budget tracking, tracking and reporting on the progress of each hole and making hole shutdown decisions in consultation with the Senior team members.
In addition to the above responsibilities, the successful candidate must have strong problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills and be a motivated self-starter, who can remain organized and prioritize contending demands in a fast-paced team environment. The successful candidate will also support various team members by assisting in the core shack, updating Leapfrog models and tracking production/reconciliation in Vulcan.
The typical work shift is 7 days on, 7 days off, 12-hour shift allowing for a great work life balance. This position is part of a 24-month contract (benefits included) and may be extended.
Pay Range: CAD $107,000 - $132,000 per year
The actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
At Teck, your work matters—to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.
Take the next step in your career by applying for the Geoscientist In Training, Field role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every requirement. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Requisition ID: 54626 | Job Category: Geoscience & Exploration | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Highland Valley Copper | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site
We are a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.
Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Teck’s 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.
We offer opportunities across a wide range of activities related to exploration, development, mining and minerals processing, including smelting and refining, health and safety, environmental protection, materials stewardship, recycling and innovation and technology.
Our people are our greatest resource. Teck was built by people with vision, creativity and ideas. Join the Teck team and become a part of that long tradition.
