Exploration Geologist

Company description

For over 35 years Coast Mountain Geological (CMG) has provided worldwide geological services to our clients with a team of geoscience enthusiasts led by a balanced mix of youthful and seasoned industry professionals. CMG’s product is our people, and we believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that enables the CMG team to grow upon its successes and make new discoveries.

With active operations in Canada and Europe on a variety of projects ranging from early-stage greenfield through to resource definition drill programs and development activities, CMG is looking to add to its team of Exploration Geologists for the 2026 field season.

What you can expect by joining the CMG team:

Competitive wage/salary/bonus structure

Compensation is commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits plan

Abundant opportunities for growth and mentorship from CMG’s established geological team.

Continuous professional development

Inclusive, collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Opportunity to work on a variety of projects spanning the mineral exploration life cycle and commodities including precious and base metals, battery metals and industrial minerals.

The Exploration Geologist’s main responsibilities will include:

Maintaining and updating geological databases for the project

Prospecting, mapping and regional reconnaissance

Drill rig monitoring, core logging and implementing relevant workflows and procedures (QA/QC, etc.)

Data compilation

Acquiring structural measurements

Provide information for daily, weekly and monthly reporting

Supervising, training and developing junior staff

Assist in implementing corporate safety and operating policies

Aid in developing new corporate and operating policies when instances present themselves

Perform other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will have:

Bachelor of Science degree in Geology or Earth Sciences (or equivalent)

Registered or able to register in a GIT (Geologist in Training) program

Practical experience with exploration scenarios

The candidate should exhibit strong interpersonal, communication, time-management skills and be self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

A positive and adaptable attitude to an ever-changing high demand work environment

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, GIS programs, Leapfrog Geo and other industry standard software suites is considered an asset.

Ability to lift and move core boxes/sample bags and hike considerable distances over varied terrain

Availability to work rotations up to 28 days in length and live in a camp environment at remote project sites

Legally entitled to work in Canada

Valid BC Class 5 (or equivalent) driver’s licence

Visit www.coastmountaingeo.bamboohr.com/careers to apply

Pay: $400.00-$750.00 per day

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person