Senior Mine Geologist

Overview

To organize, manage, carry out, and monitor the whole resource modeling and ore control procedures.

Responsibilities

Ore Control Modelling and Development Geology. • The role will involve ore control modeling and development geology, geological modeling, structural mapping, and resource estimation. • Oversee the supervision of the assay laboratory required for ore control. • Ensure reserve and ore control block models are produced and validated for planning and mining. • Ensure month end reconciliation figures are prepared and updates to resource modeling processes are recommended. Database Management. • Review data integrity and quality during each drilling phase. • Conduct extensive Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) monitoring to ensure the accuracy of data and interpretations. • Validate moderate to complex interpretative and analytical geological data. Exploration Opportunities. • Identify and evaluate green fields or near-mine exploration opportunities. • Investigate the potential of obtaining third party mineral investment opportunities. Communication. • Oversee and coordinate communication processes with team members. • Collaborate with Mine Engineering, Metallurgy and Mine Geology teams. • Manage information relating to resourcing and verify accuracy of assays, composites, and densities. Work Scheduling and Allocation. • Conduct and coordinate development plans for mining production. • Establish long-term activities directed toward work viability. • Exercise moderate to complex judgment in establishing job priorities. Environment, Health and Safety Management. • Monitor regulatory compliance and ensures alignment with international standards for mineral resource and reserve estimates. • Takes personal responsibility for the health and safety of employees is accepted and safe work practices are followed. • Carry out activities according to Newmont Environment, Health and Safety principles. Team Leadership and Staff Supervision. • Provide guidance and expertise to the Production unit and the exploration function. • Supervise complex Geological activities and prioritize tasks and responsibilities. • Perform first level of performance appraisal, recommend training and development actions. • Enhance communication with staff through regular feedback, meetings and briefings.

Requirements

• Earth science, geological engineering, or geoscience bachelor's degree. • Must be able to fulfill the requirements of a production geologist and ore control modeler. • A minimum of five to seven years of experience in the fields of development, production, and resource geology (experience in all three areas is required); two to three of those years should be spent in a supervising role. • Sophisticated analytical and troubleshooting abilities. • Advanced interpersonal and written communication abilities. • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and advanced computer literacy. • Strong knowledge in geostatistical modeling and 3D interpretation. • Strong database administration abilities. • Strong mentoring and coaching abilities.