Geology Technician

Job location:
Cornwall, United Kingdom
Created moment:
October 16, 2024
Job reference:
REQ - 09015

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Geology Technician

Job Summary

Job title – Geologist Technician
Location – Nanpean – Cornwall (Imerys - Quarry Close)
Hours of work – 37.5 Monday to Friday
Salary – £26.279
Contract type – 6 months (FTC)


Are you a Graduate Geologist looking to kickstart your career in the industry? Imerys - Cornwall offers you a chance to build your CV and gain valuable experience with a global leader in Mineral specialties.


Why work for Imerys?
At Imerys every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people and our aim is to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities
available.
Your role – As a Geologist Technician you will support the the drilling activities within the UK Hub geology function. The Geology Technician will work in line with Imerys Safety standards, with well-defined timelines, responsibilities and a clear method of measuring improvement and performance.

Your responsibilities include;

  • Drilling,

  • Geological mapping,

  • Sampling,

  • Handle and manage the drill core,

  • Prepare the core for logging and sampling,

  • Setting-up holes,

  • Drill rig coordination,

  • Picking up collar locations.

What’s in it for you?

  • Equivalent of 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata'd for (FTC) and shift workers)

  • Generous Pension Plan

  • Life Assurance

  • Income Protection

  • Company Sick Pay

  • Discounts on external retailers

  • Cycle to work scheme

We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Wellbeing of our people which includes:

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Virtual GP

  • Flu and Eye care vouchers

  • Enhanced family friendly policies

  • Menopause Support

You will: Have a positive attitude towards the work which can be repetitive and exposed to all weathers, work as part of a team and ideally have the following;

  • Degree level qualified in Science or Engineering - Geology or Mining Geology

  • Direct and relevant experience in working on drilling campaign activities

  • Full clean driving licence or other means of transportation to get to and from work.

  • Self-sufficient and self-motivated with the capability to plan and take personal responsibility for undertaking a range of designated tasks without direct supervision.

  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships of mutual respect at all levels in a challenging working environment.

We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type

Full time

and

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

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recruiting.support@ imerys.com

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To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.