Geotechnician - Saskatoon

Denison is redefining mining by Powering People, Partnerships and Passion. We are trailblazers in uranium mining, adopting an innovative climate-positive approach to mining by deploying ISR methods and building durable partnerships with Indigenous groups in northern Saskatchewan. As a Certified Great Place to Work, our success is fueled by empowering employees with engaging work, unique development opportunities, and lucrative rewards, resulting in an exceptionally talented, diverse, and motivated team throughout all levels of the organization. Flexible and agile thinking ensures our workplace is one where talent thrives, innovation flourishes, and people have fun leveraging their passions to create powerful partnerships and positive results.

THE ROLE:

Geotechnicians carry out a variety of field-based activities, in addition to participating in various geological, environmental, and drilling programs. Under the direction from members of the Exploration Team, the Geotechnicians perform various surveys, field tests, and collect and calculate field data supporting projects located in the Athabasca Basin and for which work will be based out of remote camps. There are 2 vacancies for fixed term contracts starting on or about January 15, 2025, for an approximate 4-month term. The successful candidates must be willing and able to regularly travel and work on a 2-week on/2-week off rotation at a remote field camp in the Northern Athabasca Basin and will be responsible for arranging their own travel to a designated pick-up point on-route from Denison’s warehouse in Saskatoon to the various field program sites. Denison offers competitive compensation and shall provide board and lodging while at the Project site and all required PPE. To be considered for this role, applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

OUR COMMITMENT:

Denison is dedicated to creating employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and residents of the communities in which we operate. We encourage Indigenous applicants and those from these communities to apply and to voluntarily provide relevant information in their application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates.

At Denison, we place a high value on diversity of backgrounds and experience. We strive to create an inclusive workforce that reflects a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Our team members are empowered to excel based on their personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process are available upon request. Applicants for this role must be eligible to work in Canada.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The Geotechnician possesses strong geotechnical expertise and a progressive background from previous field-based positions, particularly in exploration drilling programs and related projects. Recognized for their reliability, strong motivation, and commitment to safety, the Geotechnician also exhibits solid organizational abilities, a strong sense of responsibility, and a readiness to learn and undergo training. Additionally, they have proven effective in collaborating with colleagues to achieve desired outcomes. Additional qualifications and attributes include:

1. A minimum of 6 to 24 months relevant work experience, such as remote field work, exploration, or within the mining industry, is required; experience in the uranium sector is preferred.
2. A post-secondary education in a relevant field is preferred; the ability to perform basic arithmetic and simple calculations is essential.
3. Previous geotechnical core logging experience is considered an asset.
4. Proficiency with computer-based data entry tasks is required; working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred.
5. Solid written and verbal communication skills are required to articulate, convey, clarify, and report information and progress updates to others.
6. Demonstrated ability to interact and collaborate respectfully with all levels of staff, contractors, and vendors to perform tasks, share information, and achieve goals.
7. Capability and willingness to learn to operate job-specific tools and carry out various field tests is required.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Following instructions and guidance from the Project Geologist, conduct surveys on work sites and other areas of interest, actively participating in uranium exploration field programs.
2. Carry out geological core and wireline logging, sampling, and downhole borehole logging activities as required.
3. Operate geophysical and geotechnical instruments, tools, and equipment to carry out assigned tasks, ensuring proper care, use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage when not in use.
4. Conduct geotechnical core logging and investigation, collect specimens of various elements like rock, soil, water, and minerals.
5. Operate and maintain various motorized equipment and vehicles for which training has been successfully completed.
6. Report any hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, accidents and/or incidents immediately and report to work fit for duty.
7. Exhibit best practices and behaviors related to both physical and psychological safety for oneself and colleagues by performing all responsibilities and tasks in accordance with the Company’s established policies, protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
8. Perform other duties as assigned or as may be required.

TO APPLY:

To submit your resume and cover letter, choose one of the following methods:

CLICK: Denison Mines – Geotechnician EMAIL: jobs@denisonmines.com SCAN: We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

OUR COMPANY:

Denison Mines is a publicly traded company and a Certified Great Place to Work with a 70-year legacy of uranium mining, exploration, and development in Canada. The company has an effective 95% interest in its flagship Wheeler River Project, which is the largest undeveloped uranium project in the eastern portion of the prolific Athabasca Basin region of northern Saskatchewan. Denison also owns interests in the McClean Lake uranium mines and mill, the Midwest project, the Waterbury Lake project. Collectively, Denison has a project portfolio covering ~385,000 hectares in northern Saskatchewan.

For more information visit our website at www.denisonmines.com.