Senior Geologist

Reporting to the Senior Exploration Manager, the Senior Geologist - Exploration provides continuous leadership and coordination for Gold Candle's exploration projects during their site rotation. The responsibility for this role is for safe, efficient, and technical evaluation and execution of exploration projects. The Senior Geologist - Exploration provides technical and supervisory leadership to the exploration project. About Gold Candle Gold Candle is a privately-funded Canadian exploration company that is actively drilling and conducting exploration activities to evaluate gold mineralization present around the historic workings of the Kerr-Addison Mine, situated in McGarry Township located in Northern Ontario. Since 2015, Gold Candle has drilled over 130,000m on the property and extensive land position extending 6km along the Larder Lake Cadillac Break. Gold Candle successfully defined significant gold mineralization over the years. In 2025 Gold Candle released a multi-million ounce combined open pit and underground gold mineral resource estimate. In addition, Gold Candle recently released an initial mineral resource estimate on the newly discovered Geminid nickel deposit, validating the mineralized potential of the Company's land position. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Provide technical leadership including reviewing, developing and maintaining exploration best practice Collaborate and coordinate with consultant in the management of project studies Interpretation and analysis of all exploration data Coordinate and development of greenfield exploration programs that effectively test a portfolio of regional targets Help develop deposit scale models Participate in property evaluations within the district Project Leadership & Oversight Maintain high standards of organization, problem-solving and situational awareness to keep project studies and field activities moving safely and on schedule Health, Safety & Environment Lead on-site safety meetings, toolbox talks, and inspections, reinforcing Gold Candle's HS&E culture by example and accountability Identify and address safety risks in real-time. Initiate hazard mitigation, support safe work planning and escalate issues when appropriate Support environmental inspections, drill pad rehabilitation, spill prevention and compliance with permit terms and site-specific conditions Participate in or lead incident investigations and root cause analyses during assigned shifts in coordination with the Senior Project Manager Coordination & Execution Support Coordinate with site staff and contractors to ensure data is being gathered following exploration best practices Coordinate with internal and external service providers to maintain deliverables of projects and schedules are aligned Identify operational risks or bottlenecks in advance: logistics, weather, site access, equipment reliability, adjust planning and communicate clearly to leadership Maintain daily site-level documentation and communicate updates to Gold Candle leadership Supervision & Mentorship Provide task-level coaching and mentorship to junior geologists and geologists in training Collaborate with the Senior Exploration Manager on setting performance expectations and participating in evaluations Support recruitment and onboarding of new site staff Reporting & Communication Maintain clear documentation following exploration best practices Support summary reporting for regulatory and internal use Act as the communication bridge between site and Gold Candle leadership during assigned rotation, ensuring continuity of decisions and documentation Geological Execution & Interpretation Contribute to the review and maintenance of geological data quality Interpretation and analysis of all exploration data Provide input on Leapfrog/Micromine modeling and target development Oversee the production and maintenance of geological models used in the resource estimate Contribute to technical summaries and support resource planning Field Operations Execution Site conditions remain organized, safe and aligned with Gold Candle's operational standards Safety & Environmental Oversight Active participation in safety leadership (toolbox talks, inspections, hazard identification) Field activities conducted in compliance with Reg. 854, EPP conditions, and internal HSE procedures Timely and accurate documentation of incidents, near-misses, and mitigations Contractor & Site Coordination Contractors remain aligned with drilling priorities and quality expectations Logistics and service providers are proactively managed to prevent delays Issues or risks are identified early and addressed collaboratively with leadership Supervision & Team Development Field team operates with clear expectations, role clarity and adequate supervision Junior geologists and geologists in training receive consistent mentorship and in-field coaching Cross-shift handovers are documented and contribute to operational continuity Reporting & Communication Daily reports are submitted on time, complete, and include relevant technical and operational insight Internal Responsibility System (IRS) is used to support a safe and supportive work environment and safety deviations are documented and escalated when appropriate Acts as an effective communication bridge between site and leadership during assigned rotation Technical Contribution Developing and maintaining geological models following 43-101 standards and CIM guidelines Supporting target refinements and program adjustments using the most up to date observed data Maintains awareness of broader geological objectives and integrates field learnings accordingly Qualifications B.Sc. in Geology, Geological Engineering, or Earth Sciences (required) P.Geo. designation in Ontario (or eligible within 3 months of hire) Minimum 8 years of progressive mineral exploration or mine geology experience Strong background in geological data collection and database management in an active diamond drilling environment and/or mining environment Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring junior geologists Competence with geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, Micromine, etc.), GIS tools, and database platforms (e.g., GeoSpark or similar) Deep understanding of safe work practices, emergency response, and familiarity with Ontario exploration regulatory compliance Experience supporting or leading field incident investigations and root cause analyses Competency in Excel and project tracking tools is essential Schedule / Working Environment To be determined. Reward for Your Efforts Competitive compensation with a bonus structure including short and long-term incentives Comprehensive health benefits package Qualified candidates can apply here or email their resume to contact@goldcandle.com. Gold Candle Ltd. is committed to an environment that is barrier free. We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.