Core Logging Geologist

Reporting to the Exploration Manager, the core logger will gather and evaluate geologic data advancing the Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects resource development and property exploration.

This is a seasonal position.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Geological and geotechnical core logging.

• Follow corporate core logging & sampling QA/QC procedures

• Practices established safety procedures and contribute to our pre-emptive safety program

• Instruct geo-technicians, assist with work, and then monitor data for consistency and quality.

• Observations, map and collecting data to advance the property and district geology.

• Provide geologic and engineering field support for drilling activities.

• Geologic field prospecting, mapping, and geochemical field sampling.

• Provide progress and geologic reports. Assist with data management.

• Plot maps, organize files and reports for office, presentations, and field work.

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Completed or working towards a college degree in geology (mineralogy and petrology course work must be completed, additional upper-level work, in structural geology, ore deposits, field methods and field camp are a strong asset.)

• 2-3 years' professional geology experience is an asset. Work in Alaska preferred.

• Familiar with standard Microsoft Office programs; GIS or geologic modeling software an asset.

• The individual should be focused, self-motivated and well organized.

• Competent oral, writing, mathematical and scientific skills

• Able to repetitively transport 35 pounds (a loaded core box).

• Comfortable traveling in and work around helicopters and small fixed wing aircraft.

• Able to traverse alpine arctic terrain, tolerate adverse weather, at ease in a remote camp setting

WORKING CONDITIONS AND TRAVEL:

• Requiredtoremainon-sitethroughoutrotation and work an 11-hour shift

• TraveltoUKMPworksitemaybeviasmallfixed-wingTravelonsiteandsurroundingareasisbyfour-wheeldrivevehicles,all-terrainvehicles,androtary-wingedaircraft

• Work takes place on a remote exploration site. Exposuretoinclementweather conditions(includingsnow,rain,windaswellasextremelywarmorcoldconditions)is common