Senior Project Geologist

Job Description - Senior Project Geologist (15472)

Job Description

Senior Project Geologist - ( 15472 )

Description

IAMGOLD is a Canadian-based gold mining company with operations and development projects across North America and West Africa. With flagship operations such as the Côté Gold Mine in Ontario—one of Canada’s largest and most technologically advanced gold mines,we’re not just mining gold; we’re shaping the future of mining.

We believe mining can be different. By combining innovation with a strong commitment to sustainability and accountability, we create lasting value for our people and the communities where we operate. At IAMGOLD, when we engage, empower, and support each other, we create extraordinary outcomes—delivering value for our people, partners, and stakeholders while building stronger, more resilient communities.

At Côté Gold, we’re leading the way in modern mining. With an 18+ year mine life, Côté Gold will inject C $5billion in wages into the economy and create lasting benefits for the region. Over 600 full-time jobs and strong partnerships with Mattagami and Flying Post First Nations mean you’ll be part of something bigger—building prosperity and progress for generations. Industry leaders call us “a model for modern mining and sustainability”, and you can help write the next chapter.

IAMGOLD is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project Geologist to lead and execute exploration programs within assigned project areas and at remote exploration sites. This role plays a critical part in growing the company’s resource base through the discovery of new deposits and the expansion of known gold resources, while identifying exploration opportunities that support IAMGOLD’s long-term growth strategy.

Working closely with multidisciplinary field teams and exploration leadership, the Senior Project Geologist will plan, oversee, and actively participate in exploration programs, ensuring the collection of high-quality geological data, the safe execution of field activities, and the optimal performance of exploration teams. This position combines hands‑on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, requiring a strong field presence and close collaboration with geological staff, contractors, and local stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be responsible for recommending and implementing approved exploration programs, including mapping, sampling, drilling, geophysical surveys, and data compilation. The role also involves evaluating acquisition opportunities through property reviews, site visits, regional compilations, and technical recommendations to exploration management. Quality control, regulatory compliance, budget management, and adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards are fundamental components of success in this position.

Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate with strong technical geological expertise, a university degree in Geology (or a higher-level qualification), professional registration in good standing with a relevant professional association, and a minimum of eight (8) years of mining exploration experience, including gold exploration and project management. Strong leadership and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively in remote and challenging environments, are essential.

This position is based in Chibougamau, with the majority of time spent on field activities and limited days working from the office.

If you are passionate about exploration excellence, thrive in technically complex environments, and want to contribute to the growth of a dynamic mining organization, we invite you to join IAMGOLD and help shape the future of our exploration…