Principal Technical Consultant, Geologist (Casual)

Lead Complex Resource Estimation Projects and Influence the Future of Mining

At ERM we help clients solve some of the worlds most complex environmental geological and resource challenges. As a Principal Technical Consultant Geologist (Casual) based preferably in Toronto or Vancouver you will serve as a senior technical leader delivering expert resource estimation solutions across primary mineral deposits and tailings storage facilities.

This is an opportunity to apply your deep geological expertise on high-profile domestic and international projects shape strategic client decisions mentor technical professionals and contribute to the continued growth of ERMs mining and resource consulting practice. If you are passionate about technical excellence innovation and creating lasting impact across the global mining sector this role offers a unique platform to elevate your influence.

ERM is a global leader in sustainability and technical this role you will play a pivotal role in delivering world-class resource estimation services across both primary mineral deposits and tailings storage facilities. Your work will help ensure compliance with international reporting standards support responsible resource development and provide clients with the technical insights needed to navigate complex geological and business decisions. Your expertise will directly influence critical outcomes across the mining and resource sector.

This is a casual employment contract with work offered on an as-needed basis. Assignments and hours will vary depending on business and client demand and are not guaranteed. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while gaining exposure to diverse environments and collaborating with experienced professionals throughout ERMs global network.

• Lead mineral resource estimation projects to the highest professional and ethical standards.

• Deliver tailings resource estimation and characterisation work supporting clients evaluating tailings storage facilities as secondary resources.

• Drive innovation in geological modelling and data validation methodologies.

• Serve as a trusted advisor and Qualified Person under NI 43-101 Standards.

• Strengthen client relationships while expanding ERMs technical footprint across Canada.

• Contribute technical leadership to multidisciplinary project teams operating in diverse jurisdictions.

• Support responsible resource development by providing high-quality geological interpretation and estimation solutions.

• Bachelors degree in Geology or equivalent experience.

• Professional Geologist designation in at least one Canadian province.

• 6 years of experience in geological and mining environments.

• Experience with precious base and critical minerals across various jurisdictions.

• Advanced technical knowledge of resource estimation processes and international reporting standards including CIM JORC and SAMREC.

• Demonstrated experience in tailings resource estimation including characterisation sampling design modelling and estimation of tailings storage facilities as secondary or reprocessable resources.

• Proficiency with mining software such as Leapfrog Edge Datamine Isatis and similar platforms.

• Strong organizational communication stakeholder management and leadership skills.

• Flexibility regarding work hours and project locations.

• Drivers License Required: This position requires a valid drivers license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

• MSc or PhD in Geology highly regarded.

• 10 years of experience preferred in geological and mining environments.

• Experience acting as a Qualified Person under NI 43-101 SK 1300 and JORC.

• Experience reporting tailings resources under recognised codes and familiarity with the geochemical and geotechnical considerations specific to tailings reprocessing.

• Familiarity with Canadian regulatory frameworks and global reporting codes.

• Validate geological data and review QA/QC procedures.

• Develop 3D geological models and perform geostatistical analyses.

• Conduct grade interpolation and validate estimation results.

• Prepare Mineral Resource estimation reports aligned with CIM JORC NI 43-101 and SK1300 standards.

• Undertake tailings resource characterisation and estimation including review of historical deposition records sampling programmes and domaining of tailings facilities.

• Conduct site visits and laboratory inspections across domestic and international locations.

• Support corporate assignments including due diligence and technical assessments.

• Integrate resource evaluation activities with ERMs global divisions and multidisciplinary teams.

• Mentor and develop technical teams across Canada.

• Ensure compliance with health safety environmental and legislative requirements.