Senior Geologist

We are looking for a Senior Geologist to join Terrafame in Sotkamo in a responsible role within our unique battery chemicals production chain. The position will start as soon as possible by agreement. This is a permanent, full-time day shift position, and partial remote work is possible.

Your responsibilities include:

• Ore modelling and Resource Estimation
• Infill drilling project management
• Database maintenance, including quality control processes
• Ore body development and reconciliation
• Internal reporting and participation in external reporting

You will work as part of the Mining Technical Services Department, which includes mine geology, exploration, rock mechanics, mine surveying, and mine planning. You will also collaborate closely with the mine production organization and other production departments.

You have at least eight years of experience geological work and five years of experience ore and block modelling. You can do modelling with Leapfrog and you are familiar with QA/QC process. You have experience about project management. You have good collabration skills and you value team work. You have awareness of mining safety risks and a willingness to develop operations.

What we expect from you:

• A Master degree in geology (M.Sc.)
• At least five years of experience in ore modelling and Resource Estimation, eight years work experience in geology
• Solid understanding of exploration and mine geology
• Proficiency in Leapfrog modelling software
• Knowledge of QA/QC processes and experience in project management
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Full proficiency in English spoken and written is mandatory

Regarded as beneficial:

• Finnish fluent proficiency
• Understanding and experience in reporting under JORC, PERC or NI 43-101
• Understanding and experience in environmental permitting
• Experience of supervisory work
• Experience of mine surveying
• Experience of Deswik and other modelling programs

We offer you:

• A responsible role in our unique battery chemicals production chain
• A supportive and development-oriented work environment
• Comprehensive occupational health care
• The opportunity to influence your own work and process development
• A workplace that encourages learning, self-development, and employee well-being activities

Terrafame's industrial area is located in Tuhkakylä, about 1/2 hour from Sotkamo and Kajaani. Kainuu has excellent recreational opportunities, especially for those who enjoy sports and outdoor activities.

The application period is until 6.1.2026. The application processing and selection process is ongoing throughout the application period. Please note that the selected person will undergo a health examination. Our workplace has zero tolerance for intoxicants. We conduct testing to ensure compliance.

For more information on the position, please contact Ms. Annika Korhonen, Head Of Mining Technical Services, tel +358 20 7130 800 (switchboard) or firstname.lastname@terrafame.fi

Terrafame enhances low-carbon mobility by delivering responsibly produced battery chemicals to the global battery industry. One of the world’s largest production lines for chemicals used in electric vehicle batteries is located on Terrafame’s industrial site. The plant is capable of producing nickel sulphate for around 1 million EVs per year. The carbon footprint of the nickel sulphate produced by Terrafame is among the smallest in the industry.

Terrafame’s integrated, unique and energy-efficient production process from the mine to battery chemicals is located on a single industrial site. It provides customers with a transparent, traceable and truly European battery chemical supply chain.

Terrafame Ltd was founded in 2015. Its net sales in 2024 were EUR 544.5 million. Around 2,000 people work on its industrial site, approximately 1,200 of whom are employees of partner companies.