Técnico/a Geocientista de Proyecto
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Únete a una organización global que impulsa mejoras en sistemas de control en un sitio integrado, con excelentes oportunidades de desarrollo profesional y especialización técnica.
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Vive nuestros valores: Cuidado, Coraje y Curiosidad.
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Ubicación: Rionegro, Antioquia, y campamento de campo del Proyecto Comita, Colombia.
Sobre el rol
Encontrar mejores formas de suministrar los materiales que el mundo necesita.
Estamos buscando Geólogos/as que desempeñen un papel clave en el descubrimiento, exploración y desarrollo de recursos naturales. El rol implica interpretar datos geofísicos, geoquímicos y geológicos para desarrollar modelos de la superficie y subsuperficie terrestre, con el objetivo de identificar reservas de recursos naturales que sean comercialmente viables y explotables.
Esta es una excelente oportunidad para un/a Geocientista de contribuir a las bases de los proyectos de exploración y producción de recursos naturales, así como de brindar asesoramiento especializado para proyectos de ingeniería.
Tus principales responsabilidades serán:
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Recolectar y monitorear información en campo proveniente de perforaciones diamantinas, muestreos y mapeo geológico, garantizando precisión y calidad de los datos.
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Interpretar datos utilizando software técnico para identificar la geología del subsuelo y la importancia económica de los recursos naturales.
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Desarrollar modelos geológicos del subsuelo para comprender estructuras geológicas, características de las rocas y la probable distribución de recursos minerales.
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Interpretar resultados en colaboración con otros profesionales de ciencias de la tierra para asesorar a ingeniería y a la alta dirección sobre factores que influyen en la exploración.
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Evaluar la calidad potencial de los recursos minerales.
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Trabajar con contratistas de perforación para identificar ubicaciones de perforación basadas en datos y modelos desarrollados.
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Elaborar mapas geológicos, reportes técnicos, informes de riesgo de objetivos de exploración y estudios que generen nuevas oportunidades.
Lo que aportarás
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Habilidades prácticas en el uso de instrumentos, herramientas tecnológicas y equipos técnicos.
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Capacidad para trabajar de manera independiente y como parte de un equipo.
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Buenas habilidades de comunicación, observación y atención al detalle.
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Enfoque metódico y sistemático para la resolución de problemas, con responsabilidad en la toma de decisiones clave.
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Conocimiento y cumplimiento de normas y estándares de salud y seguridad.
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Capacidad para preparar registros e informes precisos.
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Buena condición física y disponibilidad para trabajar al aire libre en distintos entornos operativos.
Habilidades técnicas, experiencia y calificaciones
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Título universitario en Geología o carrera afín.
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Experiencia mínima requerida de 2 años en trabajos de campo, incluyendo mapeo geológico, muestreo y, deseablemente, registro (logging).
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Capacidad para distinguir diferentes asociaciones de alteración en sistemas hidrotermales.
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Conocimiento básico de modelos de yacimientos minerales.
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Capacidad para describir y clasificar distintos tipos de rocas, especialmente rocas ígneas.
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Manejo de software geológico (Leapfrog Geo, ArcGIS Pro, entre otros).
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Capacidad para integrar e interpretar datos geológicos.
Lo que ofrecemos
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Ser reconocido/a por tu contribución, tus ideas y tu esfuerzo, con la satisfacción de saber que ayudas a impulsar el progreso del mundo.
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Un entorno de trabajo donde la seguridad es siempre la máxima prioridad.
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Paquete salarial competitivo, con incentivos anuales en efectivo para empleados/as elegibles.
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Desarrollo profesional y asistencia educativa para apoyar y potenciar tus aspiraciones.
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Acceso a programas de salud y atención médica de primer nivel, orientados a la familia, y plan de pensiones.
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Beneficios de bienestar integral.
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Generoso programa de acciones para empleados de Rio Tinto.
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Programa de Asistencia al Empleado (EAP).
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Apoyo continuo en tu bienestar y el de tu familia, tanto en asuntos personales como profesionales.
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Licencias para todas las etapas de la vida, incluyendo vacaciones, licencia parental paga y licencias por enfermedad.
**English version**
Project Geoscientist Technician
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Join a global organization that drives control system improvements in an integrated site with excellent opportunities for career development and technical expertise.
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Live our values: Care, Courage and Curiosity.
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Located in Rionegro Antioquia, and Comita Project field camp.
About the role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
We are looking for Geologists who play a significant role in the discovery, exploration, and development of natural resources, which will interpret geophysical, geochemical, and geological data to develop models of the earth’s surface to discover commercially viable and exploitable reserves of natural resources.
This is a great opportunity for Geoscientist to provide a foundation for the exploration and production of natural resources, who will further provide specialist advice for engineering projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Collect and monitor information in the field, from diamond drilling, sampling and mapping, ensuring accuracy and quality.
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Interpret data using technical software to identify subsurface geology and the economic importance of natural resources.
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Develop geological models of the earth’s subsurface to understand the geological structures, rock characteristics, and the likely distribution of mineral resources.
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Interpret the results in collaboration with other earth science professionals to advise engineers and senior management on factors affecting exploration
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Assess the potential quality of mineral resources
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Work with drilling contractors to identify drilling locations based on data and models developed
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Produce geological maps and reports, risk reports of exploration targets, and research to create new opportunities.
What you will bring
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Practical skills for using instruments, tech tools, and technical equipment
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Be able to work both independently and as a part of a team
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Good communication skills, observation skills, and eye for detail
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Have a methodical and systematic approach to problem-solving, and be responsible for important decisions
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Be aware of and adhere to the health and safety issues and standards
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Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, and prepare accurate records and reports
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Physically fit and prepared to work outdoors in a variety of different work environments, Geoscientist.
Technical Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
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A bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related field
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Required experience of at least 2 years of fieldwork, including geological mapping, sampling and desirable logging.
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Ability to distinguish among the different alteration assemblages in the hydrothermal systems.
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Basic knowledge of mineral deposit models.
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Ability to describe and classify different types of rocks (especially igneous rocks)
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Familiarity with geological software, (LeapFrog Geo, ArcGis pro, and others).
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Integration and interpreting geological data
What we offer
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Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
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A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
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A competitive salary package with annual cash incentive awards for eligible employees
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Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions
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Access top tier family-friendly health and medical programs and pension plan
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Wellbeing benefits
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Generous Rio Tinto employee share program
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Employee Assistance Program
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Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matter
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Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs—striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us who we are.
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Where can Rio Tinto take you?
You’re passionate and ambitious with tremendous career aspirations. The breadth and growth of our organisation empowers you to define your ideal career path.
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Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Working in a technical role at Rio Tinto
Your advanced expertise will help drive human progress.
We’ve developed technical capabilities through nearly 150 years of discovering, planning, and operating mines in every corner of the world. We’re an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most sophisticated tools and robust data on the planet. Join us and experience:
Our application process
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Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
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Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
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Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.