Manager, Geology

*Corporate Office Corporate Office, Vancouver, BC


Description

Position at Taseko Mines

 

Position

Manager, Geology

Company

Taseko Mines Limited

Location

Vancouver, British Columbia

Reporting Relationship

Director, Mine Engineering

Salary Range

$141,400 – 149,300 per year

Website

https://www.tasekomines.com

 

 About Taseko

 

Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic and growing mine operator headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Focused on North America, Taseko is driven to unlock the true value of copper for a complex and changing world. For more information visit our website www.tasekomines.com.

 

 Key Responsibilities

 

Reporting to the Director, Mine Engineering, the Manager, Geology will be an integral member of an experienced corporate engineering team working on a broad spectrum of projects at various stages of design, permitting, construction and operation.  Based in Vancouver, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing exploration and drill hole data, resource model updates and planning exploration activities.  The Manager, Geology will also provide technical support at the corporate level to help advance Taseko’s pipeline of development projects and evaluate potentially accretive acquisitions.

 

 Core Responsibilities

 

  • Manage drill hole database and resource model updates to incorporate incremental drilling results
  • Review and recommend changes or updates to site geological models to improve quality and accuracy
  • Oversee the estimation of mineral resources in accordance CIM Best Practice Guidelines and Definition Standards
  • Supervise the interpretation and analysis of geological data including exploration and drilling information to update geological models and define current and future exploration targets
  • Ensure data collection, sampling and QA/QC programs are completed in accordance with CIM Mineral Exploration Best Practice Guidelines
  • Develop multi-year exploration strategies for Taseko’s operations and development projects to identify, prioritize and investigate potential targets and support Taseko’s tenure maintenance strategy
  • Assume a project management role for geological studies, including developing scopes of work, evaluating consultant proposals, coordinating deliverables and controlling costs
  • Present results of studies and projects to executive level staff in Vancouver through a variety of methods not limited to, but including, written reports, memos, live presentations, and informal meetings
  • Public disclosure and reporting including preparation of relevant NI 43-101 Technical Report sections and Assessment Reports
  • Provide technical support to help advance Taseko’s pipeline of development projects and evaluate potentially accretive acquisitions
  • Adhere to Taseko’s PPMP and internal procedures to produce high-quality geoscience work
  • Liaise with project staff, consultants and contractors and occasionally travel to sites to provide technical support and conduct field reviews
  • Participate in professional organizations and stay current on industry trends and developments

 

 Professional Experience / Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Geology with a minimum of 10 years of related technical and supervisory experience
  • Registration as a Professional Geoscientist with EGBC in good standing
  • Demonstrated knowledge of drill hole databases, geo-statistics and resource modelling
  • Familiarity with Minesight, Leapfrog Geo, Datashed and Microsoft Office software
  • Exploration program management experience would be beneficial

 

 Skills & Competencies

 

  • High ethical standards, accountability, and integrity
  • Demonstrated relationship management, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and within established timelines and budgets
  • Accomplished written, verbal, and group presentation skills
  • Proven initiative and self-motivation
  • Understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements applicable for mining including requirements of NI 43-101 and EGBC
  • Ability to act as a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101

 

 Compensation

 

At Taseko, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs. In addition, our compensation benefits package includes competitive salary and vacation packages, Health and Insurance benefits program, and a Retirement Savings Plan.

 

 How to Apply

 To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic company, apply through the Taseko Website at www.tasekomines.com/careers/ or by sending your resume and cover letter to Cindy Kelly at jobs@tasekomines.com