Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.
Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.
Application Deadline: March 5, 2026
What we offer:
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
About the role:
Reporting to the Senior Geologist Supervisor, Modelling & Estimation, the Geologist, Modelling & Estimation is responsible for providing business-wide technical leadership in geological modelling, resource and reserve estimation workflows, and resource governance across Elk Valley Resources’ four operating mines and multiple projects.
The position is based at EVR’s Sparwood head office and is a permanent, full-time role, with occasional travel to local operations.
To be successful, we are looking for someone who is technically strong, intellectually curious, and motivated to challenge the status quo. You bring a solid foundation in coal resource modelling and estimation, strong computer science and data analysis skills, and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement, sound scientific practice, and high-quality technical documentation. You are comfortable working independently on complex, open-ended problems and are willing to develop new skills and expertise as required.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the resiliency and profitability of Canada’s largest coal producer, by modernizing modelling and estimation practices, strengthening resource governance, and improving how geological uncertainty and risk are communicated to support better long-term business decisions.
Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!