Play a key role in managing geological risk, ore quality and mine-to-mill performance at one of Canada’s leading iron ore operations. Lead and develop a team of geologists and technicians while contributing to geological modelling and continuous improvement initiatives. Based in Labrador City, NL, a vibrant northern community known for its strong sense of community and unparalleled access to nature and outdoor activities.

We’re Finding Better Ways™ to provide materials the world needs, now and in the future. We are looking for a Senior Geologist to help our Iron Ore operations in Labrador City deliver safe, reliable and quality ore to the processing plant. In this role, you will provide technical leadership across grade control, ore quality management, geological risk management and mine-to-mill reconciliation while supporting continuous improvement and resource modelling activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex geological challenges, mentoring others and influencing operational performance in a collaborative mining setting. Reporting to the Geoscience Superintendent and working in a collaborative and safety-focused team within Geoscience, you will: Lead, coach and develop mine geologists and geological technicians to build capability and strengthen safe work practices. Manage geological planning, communication and reporting processes that support ore feed strategy and geological risk management.

Oversee grade control activities to optimise ore quality and support production objectives. Govern the mine-to-mill reconciliation process and identify opportunities to improve data quality, accuracy and reporting efficiency. Provide operational geology coverage during team leave periods to maintain continuity of support to mining operations.

Collaborate with Mining, Processing and Technical Services teams to optimise ore delivery and operational outcomes. Support geological modelling activities and provide technical peer review for resource modelling work.



Demonstrated capability in grade control, ore quality management, ore feed optimisation and geological risk management within a mining environment.

Experience supporting open pit mining operations and applying mine-to-mill reconciliation principles to improve operational performance. Degree in Geology, Earth Sciences or a related discipline and eligibility for registration as a Professional Geoscientist (P.Experience using geological software such as AcQuire, Maptek Vulcan and Leapfrog.

Experience leading, mentoring or coordinating geologists and technical teams while working with multiple operational stakeholders.

Experience within iron ore mining operations.

Experience in geological modelling and technical peer review processes. Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress. Career development &

education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical programs, pension and savings plans Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave) With a team of over 2,700 employees, IOC is committed to providing value and continuity for our customers, employees, communities and shareholders through our unique mine to port approach, taking advantage of our full integration and wholly owned infrastructure to deliver our high-quality concentrate and pellets to our customers across the globe. IOC’s operations include a mine with five operational pits,



a concentrator and a pelletizing plant located near Labrador City in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. We also operate a wholly-owned 418 km railway, the Quebec North Shore and Labrador Railway (QNS&L;), that links our Labrador operations to Company-owned port facilities in Sept-Iles. Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. Respect and Inclusion At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. Notre mission – trouver de meilleures façons de fournir les matériaux dont le monde a besoin – nous guide dans notre quête d’innovation et d’amélioration continue, dans le but de fabriquer des produits à faibles émissions et répondant aux bonnes normes environnementales, sociales et de gouvernance. Respect and Inclusion Chez Rio Tinto, nous accueillons favorablement et encourageons les candidatures d’Autochtones, de femmes, de membres de la communauté LGBTQ+, de travailleurs âgés, de personnes handicapées et de représentants d’origines diverses. Nous souhaitons de plus que chacun ait l’impression que sa voix compte, que toutes les cultures sont respectées et que les points de vue, aussi variés soient-ils, sont non seulement bienvenus, mais également essentiels à notre succès.

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