Hours of work: 40 per week Monday to Friday (6-month FTC)

Are you a Geology graduate eager to launch your career in exploration? Join Imerys British Lithium and contribute to developing a groundbreaking hard-rock Lithium deposit.

Why work for Imerys British Lithium?

At Imerys British Lithium 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.  

About the company  

Imerys British Lithium (IBL) is developing a world class micaceous lithium resource in Cornwall. We have developed unique, patented technology for the sustainable recovery of battery grade lithium carbonate from micaceous granite, with the goal of building the world’s first integrated lithium mine, beneficiation plant and refinery producing 20,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate per year (enough to support production in the UK each year of 350,000 electric vehicles) by the end of the decade.  

We operate a state-of-the-art pilot plant, built to develop our unique LiMica-Sep™ and Li-Sep™ technologies. Capabilities at the facility involve a wide range of process technologies, such as mineral beneficiation, pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, precipitation, crystallisation, and ion exchange, at both the laboratory and industrial scales

The job role 

As a Junior Exploration Geologist, you’ll

• Process drill core samples from hard rock Lithium
• Mark, photograph and log drill core samples
• Core logging and cutting 
• Transport samples from the quarry to the lab
• Conduct testing of samples
• Adhere to strict health and safety protocols for yourself and others around you
• Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions

This is a physically demanding role that involves lifting core trays weighing up to 30kg, which will be carried out as a two-person task 

What’s in it for you?

• Equivalent of 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata'd)
• 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 
• Menopause Support 

You will:

• Have a BSc in Geology or similar field
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Be willing to undertake mandatory Manual Handing and Abrasive Wheel Training
• Be passionate about Geology
• Have good attention to detail
• Be able to use your own initiative
• Be a team player

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. 

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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.