Geologist, Grade Control Job Details

Geologist, Grade Control

Closing Date: April 1, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Recruiter: Annabel Morena

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Geologist – Grade Control

Reporting to the Senior Geologist, Production, the Geologist, Grade Control is responsible for planning and directing the construction of ore stockpiles, monitoring and controlling the day-to-day movement of ore and waste in the pit, geological mapping, and maintaining ore control plans and records.

Rotation schedule will be 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site

Key Responsibilities

• Protect the safety and health of employees by promoting safe working procedures and health programs by Teck Alaska policy and appropriate regulations.
• Ensure shots are released on time and the dig polygons allow optimal mining and stockpile building.
• Ensure ore/waste contacts are correctly flagged and separation is carried out efficiently in the open pits.
• Plan or review day-to-day haulage in the pit using the Weekly Plan as guidance.
• Ensure stockpile lift plans are updated regularly to support Weekly and Forecast planning.
• Update worksheets and presentations for weekly meetings and review with Senior Geologist-Production.
• Attend daily meetings to provide input into short-range planning.
• Review the work of grade control technicians and provide mentorship when needed.
• Develop short-term haulage plans directly with mine supervisors, Production Coordinator, and Integrated Planning/Mine Engineers.
• Work directly with heavy equipment operators to carry out detailed excavation, separating ore from waste.
• Collect and audit daily haulage data, compiling them on time for haulage reports.
• Audit blasthole sample collection and perform QAQC on assay data.
• Maintain communication with mine engineering and metallurgy to ensure all relevant parameters are included in blast releases.
• Waste management and reporting.
• Stay current and comply with mining laws and company safety procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Stay current and comply with mining laws and company safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Geological Engineering, or related field with at least two (2) years of experience in an open pit or similar field.
• NANA shareholders who meet the requirements and intend to obtain a post-secondary education in a mine geology/engineering field would be considered for a Grade Control Technician position.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including creating custom formulas and developing new spreadsheets as needed, and proficiency in other MS Office Suite products.
• Able to work outdoors in arctic conditions (cold temperatures, high winds, heavy snow). Able to walk on rocky slopes or uneven ground; occasional squatting, kneeling, climbing, sitting, and reaching above the shoulders is required. Color vision is needed to distinguish flagging indicator colors, create maps for operators, and give directions to operators based on color changes in the dig face.
• Proficiency in database and geology software, such as SQL, acQuire, or Leapfrog, would be an asset.
• Experience with mining software such as Minesight, Vulcan, or an equivalent would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal communication, written and verbal skills
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Working Conditions:

Access: Fly in, fly out
Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

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 Geologist, Grade Control role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requisition ID: 53632 | Job Category: Other | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site

Closing Date: April 1, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Recruiter: Annabel Morena

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Geologist – Grade Control

Reporting to the Senior Geologist, Production, the Geologist, Grade Control is responsible for planning and directing the construction of ore stockpiles, monitoring and controlling the day-to-day movement of ore and waste in the pit, geological mapping, and maintaining ore control plans and records.

Rotation schedule will be 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site

Key Responsibilities

• Protect the safety and health of employees by promoting safe working procedures and health programs by Teck Alaska policy and appropriate regulations.
• Ensure shots are released on time and the dig polygons allow optimal mining and stockpile building.
• Ensure ore/waste contacts are correctly flagged and separation is carried out efficiently in the open pits.
• Plan or review day-to-day haulage in the pit using the Weekly Plan as guidance.
• Ensure stockpile lift plans are updated regularly to support Weekly and Forecast planning.
• Update worksheets and presentations for weekly meetings and review with Senior Geologist-Production.
• Attend daily meetings to provide input into short-range planning.
• Review the work of grade control technicians and provide mentorship when needed.
• Develop short-term haulage plans directly with mine supervisors, Production Coordinator, and Integrated Planning/Mine Engineers.
• Work directly with heavy equipment operators to carry out detailed excavation, separating ore from waste.
• Collect and audit daily haulage data, compiling them on time for haulage reports.
• Audit blasthole sample collection and perform QAQC on assay data.
• Maintain communication with mine engineering and metallurgy to ensure all relevant parameters are included in blast releases.
• Waste management and reporting.
• Stay current and comply with mining laws and company safety procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Stay current and comply with mining laws and company safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Geological Engineering, or related field with at least two (2) years of experience in an open pit or similar field.
• NANA shareholders who meet the requirements and intend to obtain a post-secondary education in a mine geology/engineering field would be considered for a Grade Control Technician position.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including creating custom formulas and developing new spreadsheets as needed, and proficiency in other MS Office Suite products.
• Able to work outdoors in arctic conditions (cold temperatures, high winds, heavy snow). Able to walk on rocky slopes or uneven ground; occasional squatting, kneeling, climbing, sitting, and reaching above the shoulders is required. Color vision is needed to distinguish flagging indicator colors, create maps for operators, and give directions to operators based on color changes in the dig face.
• Proficiency in database and geology software, such as SQL, acQuire, or Leapfrog, would be an asset.
• Experience with mining software such as Minesight, Vulcan, or an equivalent would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal communication, written and verbal skills
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Working Conditions:

Access: Fly in, fly out
Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

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 Geologist, Grade Control role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requisition ID: 53632 | Job Category: Other | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site