Exploration Geologist

• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Exploration team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive a competitive annual salary between $94,500 - $97,335

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.

Centerra’s vision is to build a team‑based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

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This role is a fixed‑term contract approximately 155 kilometres Northwest of Prince George, British Columbia. The work schedule is 14 days on, 14 days off, 12‑hour shifts.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assessing lithology, alteration, mineralization, and structure in drill core from a silica‑saturated alkalic Cu‑Au porphyry deposit
• Responsible for the accuracy and input of drill core data into an AcQuire database and field data into an Arc Pro project
• Utilizing Leapfrog Central and Leapfrog Geo to view deposit and drill hole data
• Managing up to two diamond drill rigs, ensuring safety of the drill sites and drill contractors, pre, during, and post site visits, line‑ups, and shutdowns
• Generating paper cross‑sections of logged drill holes
• Writing end‑of‑hole summaries for logged drill holes
• Conducting systematic pXRF and Terraspec sampling of select drill holes
• Field work such as flagging access trails, collar surveys/staking, rock grab sampling, mapping, and soil sampling as required
• Liaising with the contract drill team daily
• Conducting daily drill site inspections and weekly workplace inspections as required
• Working in conjunction with the Geological Technicians, processing the core efficiently
• Technical geological desktop studies as required
• Participating in daily toolbox meetings and weekly safety meetings
• Moving core from processing and logging facilities to storage areas
• Assisting with the organization of pulp samples into storage facilities as needed
• General housekeeping/cleaning inside/outside core shack as required
• Adhering to all mine safety regulations and site policies

The following will be critical to successfully perform this role:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology or a Geology‑related field
• Registration as a G.I.T with EGBC preferred
• 1‑3 year(s) exploration experience
• Working knowledge and experience with geological databases, GIS systems, or modelling applications (ArcGIS, Map Info, Leapfrog, ioGAS, AcQuire) considered an asset
• Experience working in porphyry deposits preferred
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Capable of lifting core boxes up to 40 lbs.
• Conducting work in a manner promoting safety to themselves and others

As a valued member of Centerra's Generative Exploration program, you will receive a competitive compensation structure based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You’ll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:

• Tax‑free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Professional development within the organization

Centerra Gold promotes a drug and alcohol‑free workplace and has adopted a zero‑tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry‑leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.

If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

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Respecting the rights of our people, developing and promoting our talent, and creating an inclusive work environment that recognizes the diversity and unique experiences of our employees is fundamental to our People First mandate. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experience at all our sites, and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic characteristics, disability or national or ethnic origin.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To learn more about the industry‑leading financial, health, and wellbeing benefits of joining Centerra, please visit this website.