Junior Geologist

Critical Elements Lithium Corporation – Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Critical Elements aspires to become a large, responsible supplier of lithium to the flourishing electric vehicle and energy storage system industries. To this end, Critical Elements is advancing the wholly owned, high purity Rose lithium project in Quebec. Rose is the Corporation’s first lithium project to be advanced within a land portfolio of over 700 square kilometers. In June 2022, the Corporation completed a feasibility study on Rose for the production of spodumene concentrate. The internal rate of return for the Project is estimated at 82.4% after tax, with a net present value estimated at US$1.915 billion at an 8% discount rate. In the Corporation’s view, Quebec is strategically well-positioned for US and EU markets and boasts good infrastructure including a low-cost, low-carbon power grid featuring 93% hydroelectricity. The project has received approval from the Federal Minister of Environment and Climate Change on the recommendation of the Joint Assessment Committee, comprised of representatives from the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada and the Cree Nation Government; The Corporation is working to obtain similar approval under the Quebec environmental assessment process. The Corporation also has a good, formalized relationship with the Cree Nation.

Compensation:

Market competitive and experience dependent, includes bonus scheme and stock-based compensation elements.

Role and Responsibilities

Involve in exploration and geological activities in a cost-effective, safe, environmentally and socially sound manner in coordination with the exploration team in the field. Ensure the preparation and compliance with the approved exploration budget.

The individual will be part of the technical team, providing geological technical leadership and knowledge to the company in the following areas:

  • Exploration programs through technical assistance, mentoring, technical leadership
  • Drilling program
  • Prospection, mapping and sampling program
  • Assist with and contribute to corporate development, strategy and reporting needs

Qualifications/Experiences

  • University degree in Geology or Geological Engineering
  • Registered as a Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer in Quebec
  • Strong and varied experience with  3 years in field exploration roles
  • Must be dynamic, self-motivated and demonstrate a determination to excel and commitment to action and be able to transfer these attributes to company’s business activities
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, and demonstrated ability to write reports and
  • interact with peers and executive team
  • Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills
  • Sound understanding of resource modelling software
  • Equally comfortable in the boardroom and at the exploration site
  • Entrepreneurial, flexible and creative
  • English/French required

To Apply

Submit a CV and references to Critical Elements Lithium Corporation by email at with the subject line “Junior Geologist”.

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.