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Job Details

Geologist

Employer

ZALIG CONSULTING LTD.

Date Posted

November 27, 2024

Languages

English
  • Location Edmonton, AB
  • Earnings $50.00 hourly
  • Work Hours 35 hours per week
  • Position Permanent Full Time
  • Vacancies 1  Vacancy
  • Closing Date Dec 11, 2024
Job Requirements

Employer

ZALIG CONSULTING LTD.

Languages

English

Education

Master's degree

Work setting

Consulting geology, geophysics or engineering firm

Tasks

  • Conduct theoretical and applied research to extend knowledge of surface and subsurface features of the earth
  • Develop models and applied software for the analysis and interpretation of data
  • Identify and advise on anticipated natural risks
  • Plan analytical studies of core samples to identify chemical, mineral, hydrocarbon and biological composition
  • Plan, direct and participate in analyses of geological, geochemical and geophysical survey data, well logs and other test results, maps, notes and cross sections
  • Plan, direct and participate in geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs
  • Recommend the acquisition of lands, exploration and mapping programs and mine development
  • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Computer and technology knowledge

  • ArcGIS
  • Realize modelling and simulation exercises on computerized units
  • Data manipulation and analysis
  • Mapping and data visualization software

Field work location experience

On land

Personal suitability

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Team player

Experience

5 years or more

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan

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Interest Codes & Abilities
The Geologist is part of the following larger National Occupational Classification (NOC).

Interest Codes

Geologists, Geochemists and Geophysicists
INNOVATIVE

Interest in synthesizing information to plan and direct field studies, drilling and testing programs, and seismic, electromagnetic, magnetic, gravimetric, radiometric, radar and other remote sensing programs to extend knowledge of the earth; in assessing deposits and geological age; and in determining characteristics and suitability of materials for use as concrete aggregates, road fill and other applications

OBJECTIVE

Interest in precision working with instruments to identify deposits of construction materials; and in participating in remote sensing programs and in analyses of core samples, drill cuttings and rock samples to identify chemical, mineral, hydrocarbon and biological composition

DIRECTIVE

Interest in consulting to recommend the acquisition of lands, exploration and mapping programs, and mine development; and in advising in areas such as waste management, route and site selection and the restoration of contaminated sites; may supervise and co-ordinate well drilling, completion and workovers, and mining activities

Reading Interest Codes
A Quick Guide

The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation. 

It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.

Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.

A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.

A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.

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