Talon Metals Corp 165 N Warren Street Tamarack, MN 55787
Duration: 6 Months (with potential extension) Location: Tamarack, MN Start Date: ASAP
Talon Metals Corp is seeking a Contract Core Logging Geologist to support the Tamarack Nickel-Copper Project in Aitkin County, Minnesota. Working closely with the full geoscience team, the contractor will be responsible for detailed core logging as part of ongoing drilling programs and resource expansion efforts.
At Talon, we prioritize safety and have a strong safety culture, expecting all employees and contractors to actively contribute towards creating a workplace free from injuries and illnesses. The ideal candidate should possess a willingness and an ability to consistently work in a safe manner, adhere to existing safe work procedures and policies, and exhibit safe working habits and values to colleagues and contractors.
- Prepare drill core for logging - wash and orient core, mark depths, and record RQD
- Conduct detailed geotechnical logging and record structural features
- Log lithological, mineralogical, and alteration characteristics
- Assist with data interpretation and occasional 3D modeling in Leapfrog
- Select, cut, package, and ship core samples for geochemical analysis
- Assay QA/QC and contribute to assay result modeling
- Support fieldwork efforts, including prospecting and geophysics surveys
- Perform additional tasks as required to support exploration efforts
What you will need for this role:
- B.Sc. in Geology or related field
- 0–5 years’ relevant experience in exploration/mining; prior core logging experience preferred
- Able to lift and carry 50lbs
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
- Strong team collaboration skills, with ability to work independently
- Excellent communication and safety focused mindset
- 6-month, fixed term contract, with possibility of extension based on project needs and performance
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience as a Contract Core Logging Geologist! Apply now to join our dynamic team at Talon Metals Corp.