Senior Exploration Geologist

Job Description

Supervise and/or carry out exploration projects and evaluation programs.  Provide senior level technical advice and direction to management and staff.  Design exploration programs and evaluate results while serving as a mentor to junior staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical supervision of exploration activities in the field as well as the office.
• Carry out and oversee technical functions (mapping, drill hole logging, etc).
• Integrate and interpret geologic mapping, geophysical, geochemical and RC and core drilling data.
• Assist with geologic modeling updates, and provide support to resource and mine geologists.
• Assist in preparing budget requests and negotiation contracts for exploration as needed.
• Prepares business cases regarding individual projects and initiatives and presents results and recommendations.
• Ensure exploration data is well documented for accuracy and quality in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist other departments with tasks that involve geologic issues.
• Keep current on new developments in geology and other fields that might improve efficiency in developing, handling and interpreting geologic data.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship with various academic staff, federal and state geologists, independent consultants and geologists and industry peers.
• Possesses a positive attitude at all times and good organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct.
• Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Works without risk or harm to self and others.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by state agency, or must be able to pass driver competency course and exam.
• Punctuality and regular attendance required.
• Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.

Education and Experience

• BS or BA degree in Geology or a related science is required, and an MS degree is preferred
• Additional specialized education of up to 4 years

• 10 years of related work experience

Skills

• Previous experience in mining and exploration required.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• Good working knowledge and skill with a PC utilizing office applications and GIS software; knowledge of Acquire, Vulcan, Leapfrog, ArcGIS, ioGAS.
• Must have a strong commitment to safety in the working environment.
• Has a strong working knowledge of exploration techniques and a thorough understanding of drilling and assaying techniques.