Graduate Exploration Geologist

Atlantic Operations is a wholly owned subsidiary of St Barbara Limited, an ASX listed gold producer and explorer with mining assets in Canada and Australia.We are proud to be a Company recognized by industry awards for operational excellence and performance, sustainability, gender diversity and pay equity.

We are currently seeking Graduate Exploration Geologists to support our ongoing exploration efforts in Nova Scotia. The roles are based out of St Barbara’s Dartmouth office and will report to the Exploration Superintendent. Graduate Exploration Geologists will spend significant amounts of time in the field during the field season to support the planned exploration activities on the many exploration targets and resources under development by St Barbara Atlantic throughout Nova Scotia.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities Including but Not Limited To:
Carrying out exploration under the direction of senior team members
Undertaking rock chipping and soil sampling programs
Logging and sampling of drill core or RC chips
Sorting and collating historical pulp samples
Always ensuring a protected working setting
Research and data compilation




Completing other geological activities as assigned

Essential Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Geology or a related field of studies
Eligible to register as a GIT
Willingness to adhere to St Barbara safety procedures
Computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite products
Solid communication skills
Current unencumbered Class 5 Driver’s Licence
Own transportation to/from St Barbara’s Bedford office
Competent with outdoor field work which includes being proficient on the use and operation of a GPS and compass and being able to hike long distances while carrying heavy packs

Working Conditions:
Physically demanding – 8 to 12-hour days hiking through the woods in variable weather conditions
40 hour working week
Must be available to undertake regional field work which will require overnight stays away from Halifax
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment

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Please understand that screening and interviewing may take place prior to the advertised close date.
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📌 Graduate Exploration Geologist 1 Year Contract Dartmouth
🏢 St Barbara
📍 Dartmouth