Senior Project Geologist

Title:

                  Senior Project Geologist

Company:

         Orix Geoscience Inc.

Industry:

           Exploration & Mining (Geological Consultant Firm)

Base Location:

 Sudbury, ON

Travel:

             Occasional Field Rotations as needed from time to time.

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Ongoing – Hybrid (2 Days a week from Office)

Availability:

      Immediate

Company

Named a

Great Place to Work® Canada

(

Great Place to Work Institute, 2023, 2024 & 2025

) and winner of the

Business of the Year Award

(

Sudbury Chamber of Commerce, 2022 ), Orix Geoscience is a full-cycle geological consulting firm that advances strategic exploration and mining projects, through Data Optimization and Geological Solutions. Incorporated in May 2012 with offices in Toronto, Sudbury, and Winnipeg, Orix has collaboratively supported 240+ clients (junior, mid-tier, major, government, technology firms) applying geological and geomatic expertise to drive global desktop and Canadian field projects forward. Your Geology and Data Experts.

The Role

As a Senior Project Geologist at Orix who is a self-starter with the capacity to make decisions, you are passionate about rocks and data, bringing desktop compilation skills (Arc GIS) and 3D modelling to teams, field exploration management (drill programs/mapping), working collaboratively within our Geology and Geomatics departments in both the field and office, to empower teams and meet our clients milestones. You will bring diverse and demonstrated leadership and contribute to respectful and healthy work environments.

As someone who can balance a high degree of autonomy with collaborative and inclusive communication, takes ownership and pride in project and team outcomes, demonstrates excellent quality of work and best practices, and is motivated to understand and contribute to meeting our industry needs today and tomorrow, you will have the opportunity to GROW PROFESSIONALLY

, advance and provide thoughtful leadership through both self-driven and company-driven initiatives.

You will enjoy working in a value-driven company with a progressive

CORPORATE CULTURE

committed to prioritizing work-life balance, inclusivity, and diverse perspectives. Enjoy a flexible hybrid work model and benefit from lieu time programs. Gain diverse industry exposure, with opportunities to lead and grow in the Exploration & Mining sector. Be part of a trusting and supportive team that cares about your personal and professional goals.

Qualifications & Technical Skills

·       University Degree B.Sc. Geology (or equivalent);

·       Registered as a P.Geo (PGO, EGM, OGQ or other provincial body);

·       Minimum 10 years of experience in the mining and exploration industry, with a strong understanding of the operational needs and expectations of geologists supporting active mining projects;

·       Demonstrated experience working in a mining environment (underground or open pit), with familiarity of mine geology workflows, production support, and reconciliation;

·       Advanced skills in 3D modelling primarily using Datamine Studio;

·       Strong technical background in geology, including interpreting drilling data, lithology, structure, and assay results;

·       Experience preparing and maintaining geological models to support short- and long-range mine planning;

·       Understanding of industry best practices and QA/QC procedures for geological data;

·       Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and present technical information clearly;

·       Self-directed and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines;

·       Experience with mineral resource estimation is an asset, but not required.

Key Responsibilities

As a key member of Orix, you will work with cross-functional teams and lead both field and desktop projects, with a drive to contribute in any capacity to get the job done and create positive business outcomes! You will be responsible for delivering high-quality work while building strong relationships with clients and integrating responsible and conscientious practices (H&S, ESG). As a Senior Project Geologist, you will be accountable to your tasks and projects as an individual contributor and by demonstrating strategic and inclusive communication, empowering teams to think innovatively and strive for technical excellence. You will participate to understand client objectives and work through risks and opportunities, to design and implement impactful workplans, leaving room for collaborative discussion and innovating solutions, helping to cultivate engaged and high performing teams and contribute to successful project outcomes.

This role is envisioned to be mostly desktop support work but a field component to the work may be necessary at times.

Desktop Work

geological models and historical mining models;

, leadership, and teamwork including supervising and/or supporting other geology, geotechnical and geomatic professionals as well as field personnel;

compilations

;

of historical drill logs, analytical data, and maps (digitizing and data entry);

assessment and technical reports

;

(surface and/or underground plans/sections) including lithology, structure, alteration, veins, and mineralization;

Field Work

responsible practices

; H&S SOP/ERP, stakeholder engagement, etc.;

team building

including supporting and/or supervising geology, geotechnical and geomatic professionals; internal to Orix, clients, or contractors;

Other Duties

, project timelines/budgets, logistics/scheduling, and provide project updates as a primary point of contact for projects as agreed upon and needed;

of project objectives and outcomes;

team building

including serving as a model for others both for quality of work as well as workplace culture, linking strategic objectives to everyday work and projects, and supporting and/or supervising geology, geotechnical and geomatic professionals; internal to Orix, clients, or contractors;

cross-functional teams

and accountability to projects in a dynamic environment, including communicating findings and updates;

Aligning Personal Values with Orix Culture, While Embracing Diverse Perspectives

Orix actively hires and promotes individuals who are aligned with the company’s O-Code and demonstrate the following behaviours:

·      Respect

: You value diverse perspectives, treat everyone with kindness, and prioritize empathy, ensuring every individual feels accepted and valued.

·     

Judgement

: You make wise decisions amid ambiguity, identify root causes, think strategically, and clearly define priorities, focusing on what must be done well now and what can improve later.

·     

Communication

: You listen carefully to understand processes, communicate clearly and respectfully, and remain calm under pressure.

·     

Impact

: You prioritize results, take decisive action, and consistently deliver reliable work that others can depend on.

·     

Curiosity

: You ask questions, learn rapidly, and genuinely seek to understand our industry, market, company strategy, niche, clients, and stakeholders to contribute effectively.

·     

Innovation

: You find practical solutions, challenge assumptions, and create valuable ideas while simplifying processes to keep us agile.

·     

Courage

: You take smart risks, speak your mind, make tough decisions confidently, and uphold our values with integrity.

·     

Passion

: You are tenacious and inspire others with your thirst for excellence and intensely care for our success. You look to celebrate wins.

·     

Honesty

: You are candid, direct, and always respectful in your feedback to others. You quickly admit mistakes and share what you've learned.

·     

Selflessness

:  You set aside ego, helping others and sharing information to support your colleagues' growth and ensure project success.

How to Apply:

Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Dan Piotrowski at

hr@orixgeo.com

. Please include in your cover letter why you are interested in the job and which skills, experience, and/or education make you an excellent candidate for Orix. Only those candidates with cover letters and resumes who fit the needs of the company will be contacted.

Think you're a good fit but don't check every box? Reach out to us anyway! We value diversity in backgrounds and experiences and are committed to equal opportunity, fairness, and a sense of belonging for all. Let's discover how you'll be a great fit at Orix together. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Orix’s recruitment and selection process.

For additional information related to Orix Geoscience Inc., please visit

www.orixgeo.com

.