Are you passionate about geology and the environment? Would you like to get experience working with people in some of the most remarkable landscapes and communities in Canada? Would you like to serve as a geologist in support of natural resources management and development in Nunavut? If you answered YES to any or all these questions, send us your job application.
📢 Applicants are encouraged to apply ONLY if they are willing and able to relocate to Iqaluit, Nunavut.
Important Notice: Applicants should be aware that the position they are applying for may potentially transfer from the Government of Canada to the Government of Nunavut on April 1, 2027. This transfer will take place as part of the Nunavut Lands and Resources Devolution Agreement which will provide Nunavut with greater governance responsibilities and fulfill a longstanding commitment to self-determination. While the details of the transfer of positions are still being finalized, we want to ensure transparency and provide candidates with this crucial information. Rest assured; we are committed to keeping applicants informed as we progress toward implementation of the Agreement.
If you have any questions, please contact Paula McLeod by email at . Nakurmiik (Thank you) for considering this employment opportunity at this transformative time for Nunavut.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
🚩 Meet us before you apply!
Various representatives from Natural Resources Canada would like to meet with interested candidates on January 29, 2025 at 11:00 am (EDT) on Microsoft Teams for a group discussion about the day-to-day activities of the positions we would like to staff, and answer any questions.
If you are interested in participating, please send an e-mail to by end of day January 24, 2025, to receive an invitation.
Position 1 - The Economic Geologist is responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of high-quality, applied geoscience projects throughout Nunavut to better understand its [metallic and non-metallic] mineral inventory and mineral potential. They use the scientific results from these projects to provide advice on responsible mineral resource exploration and development and land use planning to government, academia, industry, national and international clients and partners and other stakeholders such as community representatives. They prepare and deliver a variety of maps, presentations and reports about geoscience in Nunavut for government publications, scientific journals, conferences and plain language summaries.
Position 2 - The Regional Bedrock Mapping Geoscientist plans and conducts field- and office-based geoscience activities relevant to understanding the regional geology and resource potential of Nunavut. They use scientific results from projects to provide advice to Nunavut decision-makers and communicate to the public. They prepare and deliver a variety of maps, presentations and reports about geoscience in Nunavut for government publications, scientific journals, conferences and plain language summaries.
Iqaluit is the capital or the territory of Nunavut and is the largest and fastest growing community in the territory with a population of just over 7000. It is a dynamic city that is the political, business, and transportation hub of Nunavut. It is rich in traditional Inuit culture and surrounded by a spectacular Arctic landscape, that is great for hiking and boating in the summer and dogsledding, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling or watching the northern lights in winter.
The Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office (CNGO) is located in downtown Iqaluit. Experience short commute times to get to the office. Workout or swim at lunch at the Iqaluit pool and fitness centre.
The Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office (CNGO) consists of expertise in geology, GIS and cartography. The mandate of the office is to provide Nunavut with accessible geoscience information and expertise to support resource exploration and development, infrastructure development, and geoscience education, training and awareness.The office is focused on creating a workplace that supports an accessible, equitable, inclusive, and diverse workforce to address current and future geoscience challenges. It also provides a stimulating work environment with a passionate team and promotes work-life balance.
The intent of this process is to staff two (2) indeterminate PC-03 positions in Nunavut.
A pool of qualified candidates will be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions with various tenures and conditions of employment.
Positions to be filled: 2
Your résumé.
EDUCATION
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in physics, geology, chemistry, or some other science relevant to the position such as earth science or geophysics.
EXPERIENCE
• Experience in planning, implementing and leading geoscience field-mapping projects, including organization of field logistics, management of personnel and community engagement.
• Experience collecting, compiling, managing, analyzing and interpreting geoscience data.
• Experience in producing geological maps using data integration techniques and GIS technologies; by working with a variety of data such as structural, petrologic, geochemical, isotopic, geochronological, geophysical and remote sensing data (including air photo and satellite imagery).
• Experience in production of technical and scientific documents including maps, reports, scientific presentations, and contributions to publications in scientific journals.
English essential
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of the geology of Nunavut.
• Knowledge of resource exploration potential and metallogeny of northern Canada.
• Knowledge of the Nunavut Agreement
ABILITY
• Ability to lead projects with a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to engage, inform and communicate with Indigenous community representatives regarding matters related to geoscience
• PERSONAL SUITABILITY
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Judgement
ASSET EDUCATION
Graduation with an acceptable doctoral (Ph.D.) OR master (M.Sc.) degree from a recognized university with a specialization pertinent to the study of earth science, geology, geochemistry or geophysics or some other science relevant to the position.
ASSET EXPERIENCE
• Experience in using data and techniques to study geology or mineral deposits.
• Experience in living and working in remote locations.
• Experience working with Inuit communities.
• Experience in planning and leading local scale studies of mining camps and economic minerals.
• Experience leading geoscience projects having a focus on mineral-deposits.
ASSET KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of the geology of Canada.
• Knowledge of techniques applied to regional-scale, field-based geologic mapping.
• Knowledge of economic geology, mineral systems and ore deposits.
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
Information on employment equity
Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of the Indigenous peoples will be considered in priority.
Reliability Status security clearance
• Willing and able to live in Iqaluit, NU
• Willing and able to do strenuous field work in remote Nunavut locations
• Willing and able to travel to communities and remote locations
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime during field work
• Health Canada pre-employment medical clearance
Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of the Indigenous peoples will be considered in priority.
If you would like to obtain the job advertisement translated in Inuktitut or Inuinnaqutun please contact the Staffing Advisor at the bottom of this advertisement prior to the closing date.
Reference checks may be sought.
An interview may be administered.
Please identify clearly for which position(s) you are submitting an application.
Indeterminate employees at the same group and level or equivalent will be considered for deployment. If no deployment is made, applicants from other groups and levels will be considered in the advertised appointment process.
You must provide proof of your education credentials.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.
A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.