Help shape Ontario's future through geoscience.As a District Geologist with the Ontario Geological Survey's Resident Geologist Program with the Ministry of Energy and Mines' exciting team in
South Porcupine, you will help build the geological knowledge that governments, communities, Indigenous partners, and industry rely on to make informed decisions. Your work will support sustainable mineral development, strengthen regional economic opportunities, and contribute to the responsible stewardship of Ontario's natural resources.
Nestled in the heart of Northern Ontario, South Porcupine offers an affordable lifestyle, a welcoming small-town community, and easy access to world-class outdoor recreation, from pristine lakes and trails to year-round fishing, camping, and snowmobiling. Located within the
City of Timmins, it combines the charm of northern living with access to urban amenities, rewarding career opportunities, and a short commute that lets you spend more time enjoying life.
About the job
Working with a team of geoscientists and other professionals, you will:
• collect and interpret geological information in the area
• liaise with and provide geological advice to mineral sector representatives and other stakeholders
• conduct geological field investigations
• maintain and update geoscience databases
• prepare geological maps and reports
• provide geotechnical input into municipal and other land-use planning initiatives
Note:• You will conduct field work and traverse rugged terrain and operate field equipment such as 4-wheel drive trucks, ATVs, boats and canoes
• You must have ability to travel and work irregular hours.
• You must be able to travel to sites throughout northern Ontario to complete field work
• You must have ability to orienteer and navigate in remote areas
WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY?Join us for an information session on
October 15, 2026 from 4:00pm to 4:30pm, where you will have a chance to find out more about the job, the team and the Branch.
Be sure to add this event to your calendar so you don't miss out!
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device:
Click here to join the meetingMeeting ID: 247 053 613 017 407
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If you can't make it – no problem. Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You are a registered geoscientist or geoscientist-in-training in good standing with Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) without relevant limitations or with another regulated association of geoscientists in Canada.
• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license upon being hired.
Technical knowledge:
• You have knowledge of geoscience and mineral exploration theories, concepts, principles and practices to conduct field investigations, provide geotechnical advice and conduct geological mapping.
• You have the ability to apply relevant policies, practices, program activities and objectives when representing ministry interests on committee work.
• You have working knowledge of computers and various office software applications such as word processing, databases, presentation and geoscientific applications.
• You have knowledge of digital geoscience data and common methods of data management and processing.
Communication and interpersonal skills:
• You have proven customer service skills to determine and respond to client needs/requests on limited information and provide geoscience advice, opinions and information to industry clients.
• You can prepare/develop reports for publications, write formal correspondence and prepare briefing notes.
• You can deliver technical presentations to professional groups and organizations and explain complex geological concepts and principles to clients of all levels.
Research, analytical and problem-solving skills:
• You can conduct independent geoscience field investigations, mineral resource assessments and synthesize geoscience data.
• You can manage and process large amounts of geoscience data and document mineral occurrences.
Organizational and time management skills:
• You can schedule and assign tasks and activities, and ensure tasks and objectives are met on time.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• Comprehensive Health Plan
• Life and Disability insurance
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• On-the-job training to support your success in the role