Core Logging Geologist - Surface Exploration

Full Time Eagle River Exploration, Wawa, ON, CA

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $77,000.00 To $ Annually

Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Quebec. The Company's primary goal is to responsibly leverage its operating platform and high-quality brownfield and greenfield exploration pipeline to build a growing value-driven gold producer.

The mine is located a short drive from Wawa, deep in the forest where it is scenic and quiet. It is a real 'boots on the ground' setting. Team members reside in a camp environment and typically work on rotations, depending on the position. The camp offers excellent food, a sauna/gym, recreational room and the opportunity to stay connected with family and friends.

Reporting to the Exploration Manager and Exploration Superintendent, the Logging Geologist – Surface Exploration will support the surface exploration activities near the Eagle River, Mishi, and Magnacon mine infrastructure, as well as across the Eagle River regional land package.

This is a site-based role responsible for the management of an exploration drill and logging the drill core it produces. With training and mentorship, the role is expected to progressively support geological interpretation, target generation, and modelling.

Working with the surface geology team, the Logging Geologist – Surface Exploration will execute core descriptions and ensure all data related to logging is entered accurately into the appropriate database and tracking sheets. The candidate will assist with communication with their drillers to ensure hole parameters are clearly understood.

You are a detail-oriented and motivated geologist with a strong interest in mineral exploration and hands-on experience with diamond drill core logging. You bring strong geological observation, data interpretation, and organizational skills, with the ability to accurately document geological and geotechnical information while maintaining high standards of data quality and QA/QC.

• Complete detailed geological logging of diamond drill core, including lithology, alteration, mineralization, veining, and structure.
• Identify and document geological contacts, mineralized intervals, and other significant geological features.
• Complete geotechnical logging and core measurements as required.
• Ensure drill core is accurately measured, photographed, labelled, and organized.
• Mark and prepare drill core for sampling in accordance with established protocols.
• Assist with core cutting, sample selection, bagging, labelling, and shipment to the laboratory.
• Follow QA/QC procedures, including the insertion of standards, blanks, and duplicates.
• Accurately enter geological, sampling, and analytical data into the exploration database.
• Assist with data validation and resolution of discrepancies in collaboration with senior geologists and database personnel.
• Maintain accurate drill-hole records, geological logs, sample documentation, and core inventories.
• Assist with the preparation of geological sections, maps, drill-hole summaries, and technical reports.
• Support senior geologists with geological interpretation, mineralization modelling, and exploration targeting.
• Work collaboratively with drill crews, technicians,…