Exploration Technician

Exploration Technician

We are Boliden Tara Mines DAC.

Our purpose is to provide the metals essential to improve society for generations to come.

Our vision is to be the most climate friendly and respected metal provider in the world.

Our values are Care, Courage and Responsibility

Exploration Technician

Role: Exploration Technician

Company: Boliden Tara Mines

Location: Navan, County Meath

Full-time, 1-year fixed term contract

An excellent opportunity has arisen for the position of Exploration Technician.

Reporting to the Head of Section Exploration the main purpose of the Exploration Technician role is to contribute to a comprehensive exploration programme focused on discovery and definition of new mineral resources.

The role will involve the Exploration Technician collaborating with a multidisciplinary exploration team and successful applicants will have the opportunity to develop their skills on a large underground resource definition drilling programmes.

The Exploration Technician will be expected to work closely with the Head of Section Exploration, Exploration personnel including geologists, geophysicists and technicians, contractors, landowners and relevant stakeholders.

The successful applicant will work and lead in a way that supports Boliden Tara’s core values of Care, Courage & Responsibility.

Your Job – your tasks will include:

• In line with training and applicable procedures, conduct all duties in a way that promotes Boliden’s values, & best practice standards relating to health, safety, environmental & quality performance.

• Perform and assist in preparation and execution of exploration activities including drilling, drill core logging, geochemical sampling and geophysical surveying.
• Collection of exploration data.
• Communication with contractors, landowners and other stakeholders.

Experience & Qualifications

Necessary

• NFQ level 5
• Full clean driving licence.
• 0-2 years or more of relevant work experience.
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written in English.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Good organisational, planning and time management skills.
• A flexible approach to work, open and accepting of necessary change and innovation within the company.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a mineral exploration or mining role.

Additional Info:

• This role will be full time, Mon – Fri, from 8am – 16.30pm.
• There will be a degree of flexibility associated with this role in line with operational requirements.
• There may be some international travel involved as part of this role.

• We strive to achieve diversity and inclusion among our employees and therefore welcome all applicants. Your application will be processed in accordance with the GDPR.

Closing date for applications: Friday 6 November, 2026

To apply visit "Careers" on www.Boliden.com

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We are a company in constant development and every workday we explore how we can improve modern life and society. Our metals are a key component in creating a more sustainable future and we take great pride in the impact we make every day. Are you ready to contribute with your curiosity, personality, skill-set and unique background? Be you and challenge us - let's drive change for generations to come!

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