Project Geophysicist

Project Geophysicist

(Saskatoon)

 

Responsibilities include: 

  • Participates in the conception and development of exploration programs and budgets (P&B)
  • Supervises exploration programs and geophysical technicians, geophysicists, contract geophysicists and students (if applicable): organizes, distributes and prioritizes tasks for an efficient and successful geophysical program
  • Ensures that contracts are properly tendered in a timely manner, in accordance with Orano’s policies and procedures and that permits and/or work authorizations have been received and properly distributed before field work commences
  • Acts as Contract Administrator as required
  • Responsible for maintaining positive working relationships with local communities
  • Responsible for the quality, pertinence, accuracy and the completeness of data:
    • Ensures the work completed by contractors meet the terms of contract agreements and performs audits of contractor invoices
    • Co-ordinate and supervise in-house field crews conducting geophysical surveys, as required
    • Collects and interprets field and research data: to produce maps, sections, tables, etc.
    • Regular field visits are required to provide direct supervision of crews
  • Oversees the timely production of required documentation
  • Provides written and oral presentations of P&B including results and interpretations (Assessment reports, Joint Venture meetings)
  • Develops a comprehensive understanding of the projects managed including the broader regional area, which will allow for informed decisions on staking / lapsing and strategy
  • Complies with Orano's health, safety, radiation protection and environmental policies and supports and advances the application of the Orano Values Charter
  • Maintains and improves Orano’s geophysical expertise by keeping up-to-date on developments in exploration geophysics and by proposing and/or adapting new developments to the project’s requirements (may be required from time to time to attend training workshops and/or conferences)
  • Contributes to internal R&D initiatives related to advancement of geophysical processing applications and workflows

 

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

  • University degree in geophysics (geology preferred) at a Bachelor’s (B.Sc.) or Master's level (M.Sc.), combined with a minimum of 5 years’ mineral exploration experience
  • Registered as a Professional Geoscientist or Engineer with APEGS
  • Strong computer skills are essential
  • Must have an understanding of the geology of uranium prospects and deposits
  • Comfortable preparing and facilitating presentations
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team to foster and maintain good working relationships
  • Excellent planning and organization skills to coordinate efforts and able to formulate long term plans
  • Good decision making abilities.
  • Must be discovery oriented and motivated
  • Provides mentorship and learning opportunities to peers

 

Work Location & Schedule: 

  • Saskatoon Corporate Office
  • Occasional travel to various project locations in the field (Approx. 10%)

 

As a condition of employment the successful candidate must complete Orano’s pre-employment checks including education verification and employment reference checks.

 

Drug (including marijuana) and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all Safety Sensitive positions. Applicants who have recently used marijuana recreationally may not pass a substance test as marijuana can remain in the user’s system for as many as 30 days after use.

 

Orano is an equal opportunity employer. We value the knowledge, experience and cultures and commit to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities and strongly encourage all candidates from these designated groups to apply for our career opportunities.

 

Apply online at www.orano.group/jobs/en by June 14th, 2023.

Job #: 023-088-S