Geologist

Teck Cominco Alaska, Red Dog Operations, the largest zinc mine in the world, is recruiting for an individual to be part of a skilled team that is responsible for mine geology and ore control. 

 

Red Dog Mine, located in NW Alaska, is a modern, technically challenging open pit mine, mill and port facility.  It is a remote, but modern and well-equipped fly-in fly-out operation that provides free room and board for employees, and regular transportation to and from the point of hire.  Rotation schedule will be two weeks on-site and one week off-site or four weeks on-site and two weeks off-site.

 

The position includes responsibilities for ore control, geologic mapping and interpretation, core logging and a variety of projects. 

 

The applicant should have experience with Microsoft Office products as well as mine planning software, such as MineSight and CAD packages such as AutoCAD. 

 

Strong team cooperation is required.  The individual must have the ability to direct the activity of others.  Good communication skills and strong technical background is important. 

 

Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Geologic Engineering and 5+ years relevant experience in mining or geology related field. 

 

Red Dog is a drug/alcohol free work place and provides a comprehensive benefits program.  Employment is conditional upon passing a medical examination and drug/alcohol tests.   

 

For more details view full posting at www.teckcominco.com/careers/reddog.htm or call 907.426.9116.

 

If qualified, please mail, fax or e-mail resume & brief letter of introduction to: geologist.teck@hiredesk.net or fax to 907.426.2177.

 

Closing Date:  September 19, 2006