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Boliden

Field Exploration Geologist

2h

Boliden

SE · Full-time · SEK 500,000 – SEK 650,000

About this role

Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters, working long-term to guarantee society’s access to base and precious metals. As a Field Exploration Geologist, you will plan, execute, and follow up on exploration activities in the Boliden area with a strong emphasis on zinc.

You will contribute geological expertise throughout the process—from data collection and analysis to reporting and presenting results. Your key responsibilities include conducting geochemical sampling, bedrock mapping, drill hole logging, and geological interpretation and modeling in 2D and 3D.

You will join a dedicated exploration team of geologists, geophysicists, geochemists, and field technicians, working in smaller groups focused on VMS exploration in the Skellefteå district. This is one of the most important mining districts in Europe for base and precious metals.

At Boliden, you will have opportunities to grow and develop across different departments and sites, with your contributions directly impacting future generations. The company promotes a workplace where care, courage, and responsibility are central, and diversity and inclusion are drivers of innovation.

Requirements

  • MSc degree in Geology or equivalent
  • Experience from VMS exploration and fieldwork in the Skellefteå district
  • Experience in geochemistry and structural geology
  • Professional proficiency in English
  • Category B driving license
  • Drawing geological cross sections and surface maps (merit)
  • Knowledge of geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, GIS) (merit)
  • Project management and working in cross-functional teams (merit)

Responsibilities

  • Plan and carry out field exploration activities
  • Compile data and identify exploration targets
  • Conduct geochemical sampling and bedrock mapping
  • Plan and coordinate drilling operations
  • Perform drill hole logging
  • Conduct geological interpretation and modeling (2D/3D)
  • Prepare reports and present results
  • Contribute to project management as needed

Benefits

  • Collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and develop across different departments and sites
  • Direct impact on future generations through meaningful work
  • A workplace where care, courage, and responsibility are central
  • Diversity and inclusion are drivers of innovation