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Job Description

Western Atlas Resources Inc. is a Canadian publicly listed company focused on the acquisition and development of scalable precious metals projects in premier mining jurisdictions.

Western Atlas is currently exploring its 100% owned Meadowbank project, 580 km2 of mineral claims along trend and immediately adjacent to Agnico Eagle’s Meadowbank producing gold mine and Amaruq gold deposit in Nunavut, Canada.

Department: Geology

Position: Junior Geologist

Position Reports to: Exploration Manager and other Senior Executives upon request

Location: Meadowbank, Nunavut, Canada

Length of Contract: Seasonal position, April through the end of September

Scope and Responsibilities:

Each Geologist is responsible for all aspects of the drill holes under their direction:

Regular updating of the hole progress with the drill foreman and project/operations manager

Core logging

Sample selection, and marking out individual samples for cutting

Selection of blanks and standards for each hole

Supervision of core cutters and sample prep/bagging operations

Supervision of core storage in the core racks, and cataloguing the location of each hole on the core rack diagrams

Editing of drill logs, and printing of final copy

Compliance with the Company’s QA/QC protocol

Responsibilities may also include:

Preliminary geotechnical measurements as required (RQD/RMR, etc)

Writing sample tags

Taking core photos

Assisting core-logging geologist

Core cutting and sampling

Sample shipping

Visits to the drill(s) to monitor progress, inspect environment and safety compliance.

Receive core from the drills each morning at shift change and afternoon re-supply flights.

Field assistance for mapping and prospecting may also be required and will include: Safe field practices in remote areas and around helicopters



Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or equivalent

Prior work experience at a mining/exploration operation highly regarded

Demonstrate excellent work ethic, communication & organizational skills

Ability to work outdoors in all conditions

Able to work in camp setting

Able to work day shifts and night shifts

Working Conditions:

Meadowbank site camp and/or Baker Lake operational office as required

Working and lodging areas are alcohol-free and drug-free, as well as smoke-free in common areas

Preferred work rotation will be 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off, with some flexibility in the scheduling of days on/off

Transportation will be provided from point of hire to and from project site

Language requirements:

Additionally, knowledge of Spanish is considered a plus

Compensation:

Extremely attractive package is being offered to the right driven individual

In return, you can expect to:

Play a major role in the forming of multimillion-dollar Mining Company

Work closely with a Management team of seasoned and successful natural resource professionals and top league financiers

Join a team of extremely determined people whose focus is the successful development of the Company and its current and future projects

How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your resume to info@westernar.com outlining your qualifications and background.