Exploration Geologist

SSR Mining Inc.

Exploration Geologist supporting SSR Mining's exploration programs in diverse environments. Conducting geological mapping, logging, and assisting in drilling and assessment reporting.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeSaskatoon • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in geological field mapping, drilling program implementation, and data analysis using Leapfrog and ESRI ArcPRO. Strong commitment to safety and effective communication in multicultural environments is essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In GeologyGeological Field MappingLeapfrog Software ExpertiseESRI ArcPRO Software ProficiencySafety Commitment

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Hard Skills

Geotechnical LoggingAssay InterpretationField SamplingGIS Database MaintenanceData Entry In Leapfrog

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeLeapfrogESRI ArcPROIoGASGPS Navigation

Industry Keywords

ExplorationField ActivitiesQA/QC ProceduresAssessment ReportsMulticultural Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help implement drilling programs and work with technicians
Ensure and plan field activities in a safe manner
Conduct geological field mapping as required
Conduct geological and geotechnical logging of drill core
Interpret assay results and produce a report
Assist and participate in weekly and monthly safety meetings/presentations
Implement procedures for the exploration department
Verify that the QA/QC is properly respected in the field sampling and drilling processes
Examine the exploration activities to ensure that they're safe
Create and update maps using ESRI ArcPRO software and maintain a GIS database
Completion and filing of Assessment reports
Participate in targeting exercises in support of exploration in prospective areas
Use GPS navigation to locate and mark sampling and data points while hiking in the field carrying sampling equipment and sample
Enter logging/assay information in Leapfrog in support of geologic model generation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Geology
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in exploration
Strong commitment to safety
Strong ability to effectively communicate in English (oral and written)
Experience working in a multicultural environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
Physical capability and skills for field work, including camping
Travel extensively during field season
Travel internationally when required
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Software expertise in Leapfrog, ArcPRO, ioGAS is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development
Paid time off