Grade Control Geologist Job Details

Grade Control Geologist

Location: Logan Lake, BC, Canada
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site

About Highland Valley Copper

Highland Valley Copper (HVC) Operations is Canada’s largest open-pit copper mine and molybdenum operation. HVC produces both copper and molybdenum concentrate through autogenous and semi-autogenous grinding and flotation.

Located approximately 17 kilometers west of Logan Lake and about 50 kilometers southwest of Kamloops in British Columbia, the surrounding areas of HVC have an abundant offering of outdoor experiences.

Role Overview

The Grade Control Geologist plays a key role in supporting the Integrated Planning and Operations of Highland Valley Copper by collecting, validating, and interpreting geological data to enhance confidence in short- and mid-range planning, grade control, and overall operational performance. This role contributes to improved forecasting accuracy, optimized material classification, and alignment with Teck’s production geology best practices. The position provides critical geological insights to support blast optimization, ore characterization, and tactical mine planning to achieve production targets, while also strengthening integrated planning processes through KPI analysis, governance support, and the advancement of continuous improvement initiatives via collaboration and feedback on operational variances.

Key Responsibilities

Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
Conduct pit mapping in active mining areas to support geological understanding of complex ore bodies
Support and oversee reverse circulation (RC) drilling programs including contractor coordination, planning, execution, and supervision
Maintain, update and reconcile the mid-range geological block model to improve planning accuracy
Execute and manage QA/QC programs for RC and blast hole drilling data integrity
Provide geological inputs to improve blast fragmentation and ore characterization
Deliver tactical support for mining plans to help execute on business targets
Provide insights into processing continuous improvement initiatives while offering feedback to the continuous improvement team on identified variances
Provide input on key planning parameters while ensuring KPI analysis and supporting governance and continuous improvement of the integrated planning process

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or Earth Sciences
Membership as a Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo) or Geoscientist-in-Training (GIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)
5 years’ experience in grade control, ore control or production geology
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience with porphyry Cu–Mo deposits.
Proficiency with industry-standard geology and data management software (e.g., Leapfrog, Datamine, Vulcan, acQuire, or similar).
Attention to detail in geological logging, sampling and validation
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on data quality and operational value
Effective collaboration and communication across technical and operational teams
Adaptability in a dynamic, production-focused environment

Pay Range: CAD $107,000 - $132,000 per year

The actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

Working Conditions:

Location: Highland Valley Copper is a 50-minute drive from Kamloops, which has all of the comforts of city living and is also close to Merritt, Ashcroft, and Logan Lake, which all exude a small town community atmosphere.
Access: This is a drive-in/drive-out role. Most employees commute to site by car, and carpooling is common among team members.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters—to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Grade Control Geologist role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every requirement. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Requisition ID: 54141 | Job Category: Engineering | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Highland Valley Copper | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site

Location: Logan Lake, BC, Canada
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site

About Highland Valley Copper

Highland Valley Copper (HVC) Operations is Canada’s largest open-pit copper mine and molybdenum operation. HVC produces both copper and molybdenum concentrate through autogenous and semi-autogenous grinding and flotation.

Located approximately 17 kilometers west of Logan Lake and about 50 kilometers southwest of Kamloops in British Columbia, the surrounding areas of HVC have an abundant offering of outdoor experiences.

Role Overview

The Grade Control Geologist plays a key role in supporting the Integrated Planning and Operations of Highland Valley Copper by collecting, validating, and interpreting geological data to enhance confidence in short- and mid-range planning, grade control, and overall operational performance. This role contributes to improved forecasting accuracy, optimized material classification, and alignment with Teck’s production geology best practices. The position provides critical geological insights to support blast optimization, ore characterization, and tactical mine planning to achieve production targets, while also strengthening integrated planning processes through KPI analysis, governance support, and the advancement of continuous improvement initiatives via collaboration and feedback on operational variances.

Key Responsibilities

Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
Conduct pit mapping in active mining areas to support geological understanding of complex ore bodies
Support and oversee reverse circulation (RC) drilling programs including contractor coordination, planning, execution, and supervision
Maintain, update and reconcile the mid-range geological block model to improve planning accuracy
Execute and manage QA/QC programs for RC and blast hole drilling data integrity
Provide geological inputs to improve blast fragmentation and ore characterization
Deliver tactical support for mining plans to help execute on business targets
Provide insights into processing continuous improvement initiatives while offering feedback to the continuous improvement team on identified variances
Provide input on key planning parameters while ensuring KPI analysis and supporting governance and continuous improvement of the integrated planning process

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or Earth Sciences
Membership as a Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo) or Geoscientist-in-Training (GIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)
5 years’ experience in grade control, ore control or production geology
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience with porphyry Cu–Mo deposits.
Proficiency with industry-standard geology and data management software (e.g., Leapfrog, Datamine, Vulcan, acQuire, or similar).
Attention to detail in geological logging, sampling and validation
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on data quality and operational value
Effective collaboration and communication across technical and operational teams
Adaptability in a dynamic, production-focused environment

Pay Range: CAD $107,000 - $132,000 per year

The actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

Working Conditions:

Location: Highland Valley Copper is a 50-minute drive from Kamloops, which has all of the comforts of city living and is also close to Merritt, Ashcroft, and Logan Lake, which all exude a small town community atmosphere.
Access: This is a drive-in/drive-out role. Most employees commute to site by car, and carpooling is common among team members.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters—to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Grade Control Geologist role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every requirement. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Requisition ID: 54141 | Job Category: Engineering | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Highland Valley Copper | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site