Senior Project Geologist

ALS

. Provide specialist consulting services to exploration and mining companies .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeWaterloo • CanadaSenior💰 CA$90,000 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in applied geochemistry and predictive geometallurgy, with a strong focus on project management and client engagement in the mining industry. Proficient in utilizing advanced software tools for geoscience consulting and delivering high-quality technical reports.

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Applied GeochemistryPredictive GeometallurgyProject ManagementLeapFrog Software ProficiencyGIS Software (QGIS)

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Hard Skills

Geochemical Data IntegrationMachine LearningTechnical Report WritingGeostatistical PracticesMineral ExplorationTechnical Leadership3D Domain ModellingTechnical Due DiligenceClient EngagementField Work in Remote Areas

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMentoringCollaborationClient Communication

Tools & Technologies

LeapFrogQGISGeochemical Software3D Modelling SoftwareProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Professional GeoscientistPost-Secondary Degree in GeologyMaster's Degree in Geology (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Mining IndustryGeoscience ConsultingJORC ComplianceNI 43-101 ComplianceHealth and Safety Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide specialist consulting services to exploration and mining companies
Integrate geochemical and spectral datasets using expert knowledge and machine learning to predict geometallurgical properties such as mineralogy, acid base accounting, and hardness
Perform site visits and provide technical guidance to clients
Collaborate with ALS geochemistry, metallurgy, mine production services, and processing personnel on combined service offerings
Travel as required to ALS Geoanalytics offices for training and project collaboration
Oversee timely, high-quality delivery of progress and final technical reports
Monitor and report on project budgets
Organise and lead project kick-off, progress, and close-out meetings with clients
Communicate technical aspects to clients professionally and knowledgeably
Support business development through lead generation, pipeline progression, client communications, conference representation, and technically robust proposals
Coordinate project team members and train and mentor junior team members and contractors
Participate in professional development programmes
Observe safety regulations and comply with ALS health and safety policies and procedures
Conduct technical due diligence on client projects
Conduct peer review and technical editing of reports
Ensure compliance with JORC, NI 43-101, or related Code reports as a Competent Person or Qualified Person
Perform general office work and physically demanding geological field work in remote areas

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven expertise in applied geochemistry and predictive geometallurgy across geological environments and mineralization styles
Experience in geoscience consulting, including project delivery and client engagement
Exposure to basic geostatistical practices for model validation and 3D domain modelling is an asset
Demonstrated success managing collaborative geoscience projects and providing technical leadership
Proficiency in LeapFrog or similar software for validation and modelling of predictive model results
Ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations
Advanced use of GIS software such as QGIS and 3D software such as LeapFrog
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; English required and English-French preferred
Minimum 5 years of mining industry experience including project management, mineral exploration, consulting, applied geochemistry, machine learning, and relevant research studies
Post-secondary degree in geology, geological sciences, applied geochemistry, or geological engineering; Master's degree preferred
Registered Professional Geoscientist, or necessary credentials to obtain such designation, in a relevant Canadian jurisdiction
Valid full provincial driver's license with a clean driver's abstract
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Ability to conduct physically demanding geological field work in remote areas
Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the country applied for, or hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa

Benefits

Comp & perks

Structured wage increases
Comprehensive benefit package including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company perks
Life and disability insurance
Retirement plan with company match
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Additional vacation days for years of service
Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
Learning and development opportunities with unlimited access to e-learnings and more
Flexible and rewarding career
Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process