Geologists & Geological Engineers
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NOC 2021: 21102/ NOC 2016: 2113
Geoscientist
NOC 2021: 21331/ NOC 2016: 2144
Geological Engineer
Job Description
Geoscientists (geologists, geochemists, or geophysicists) study the history and structure of the earth’s crust, the rocks and minerals that make it up.
Working as a geologist, geochemist, or geophysicist you perform the following duties:
- Conduct field studies, drilling and geological testing
- Prepare maps that show rock types and geological structures
- Locate new oil fields and mineral deposits, and plan ways to access them
- Advise builders and engineers on the suitability of sites for building or mining projects
- Plan and conduct seismic, electromagnetic and other remote sensing programs
- Advise in areas such as site selection, waste management and restoration of contaminated sites
Sources: WorkBC Career Profile for Geoscientists (including geologists) , Career Cruising – Profile for ‘Geologists‘
Geological engineers carry out geological and geotechnical studies to assess suitability of locations for civil engineering, mining and oil and gas projects.
Working as a geological engineer you perform the following duties:
- Conduct programs of data acquisition, analysis, and mapping to assist with civil engineering, mining, petroleum and waste management projects
- Analyze and prepare recommendations and reports for construction or civil engineering projects
- Conduct studies of groundwater flow and contamination
- Carry out studies in mining exploration and mine evaluation
- Supervise technologists, technicians, and other engineers and scientists