Position Description:

Are you a Geology professional who is looking for career growth? Nevada Gold Mines' (NGM) Mineral Resource Management team has the perfect opportunity for you!

At NGM, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Underground Geologist at our Turquoise Ridge operations. In this role, you will lead underground ore control activities while promoting a strong safety culture and positive working environment. This role oversees daily geologic mapping and sampling, ore and waste routing, stockpile tracking, and data reporting, while mentoring and developing a team of geologists and technicians.

You will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Processing, and other site teams to improve geological understanding, support mine planning, and drive accurate mine-to-mill reconciliation. The position also offers opportunities to lead geologic projects, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in maximizing ore recovery and minimizing dilution.

Responsibilities:

• Drive zero harm workplace through visible felt leadership and responsibility to stop unsafe work, while promoting a positive work environment.  Complete routine job observations and underground tours.
• Supervise day-to-day operations of the ore control department including geologic mapping and sampling, ore/waste routing, surface and underground stockpile tracking, data entry, and reporting.
• Mentor and train geologists and technicians in a variety of ore control activities.  Ensure development plans are established and maintained for direct reports.
• Build and maintain collaborative internal relationships with key departments (Engineering, Operations, Process, Environmental, Growth and Exploration, Safety and Finance).
• Compile and review mapping and assay data with ore control and modelling geologists to provide quality improvements to the geologic understanding of the ore body.
• Participate in short and long-term mine planning with Geology, Engineering, Operations, and Process.
• Support site reconciliation through identifying and explaining variances and providing solutions to mitigate/maximize ore recovery and minimize dilution. 
• Contribute to mine-to-mill reconciliation; Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports.
• Lead geologic projects and look for ways to continuously improve the ore control department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or related field. required
• 5+ years’ experience working as an ore control or drilling geologist. required
• Previous underground experience. required
• Excellent safety record. required
• Ability to lead and work within a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. required
• Familiarity with Leapfrog, Deswik, and AcQuire software. preferred

What We Can Offer You  

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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