Geólogo de Modelamiento de Recursos

Placements24; Culiacán; Hybrid; MXN 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work near Culiacán

Job summary

Placements24 ищет геолога-моделиста для разработки 3D геологических и ресурсных моделей и проведения геостатистического анализа в рамках проектов в Синалоа, близ Кулиякан. Ваша роль включает интеграцию данных и поддержку планирования шахт.

Требуется степень магистра в геологии или смежной области, 6+ лет опыта и владение Leapfrog Geo, Vulcan или Datamine Studio. Двуязычие на испанском и английском желательно; гибридный режим работы рядом с Кулиаκан.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences with a specialization in geostatistics or resource geology.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in geological modeling and resource estimation, preferably in mining.
• Expertise in geological modeling software (Leapfrog Geo, Vulcan, Datamine Studio).
• Strong understanding of geostatistical principles and their application.
• Proven experience in resource reporting under international codes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment near Culiacán.
• Fluency in Spanish and English is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain 3D geological and resource models.
• Perform geostatistical analysis, including variography and block modeling.
• Estimate mineral resources according to international standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).
• Integrate geological, drilling, assay, and geophysical data into models.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses and uncertainty assessments of resource estimates.
• Collaborate with mine engineers to provide resource data for mine planning and design.
• Prepare technical reports detailing resource models and estimation methodologies.
• Stay current with advancements in geological modeling and resource estimation software and techniques.
• Assist in due diligence processes for potential acquisitions or partnerships.

Skills

Geological modeling

Geostatistics

Resource estimation

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Vulcan

Datamine Studio

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant exploration and development company, is seeking a skilled Geólogo de Modelamiento de Recursos to join their expanding operations in Sinaloa, with a primary focus on projects accessible from Culiacán . This role is fundamental in translating geological data into robust resource estimates, which are critical for project feasibility and strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be proficient in 3D geological modeling software and possess a deep understanding of geostatistics and resource estimation methodologies. You will work closely with exploration and mining engineering teams to accurately define the size, grade, and confidence of mineral resources. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects in a region known for its mineral wealth, leveraging your expertise to drive value for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain 3D geological and resource models.
• Perform geostatistical analysis, including variography and block modeling.
• Estimate mineral resources according to international standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).
• Integrate geological, drilling, assay, and geophysical data into models.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses and uncertainty assessments of resource estimates.
• Collaborate with mine engineers to provide resource data for mine planning and design.
• Prepare technical reports detailing resource models and estimation methodologies.
• Stay current with advancements in geological modeling and resource estimation software and techniques.
• Assist in due diligence processes for potential acquisitions or partnerships.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences with a specialization in geostatistics or resource geology.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in geological modeling and resource estimation, preferably in mining.
• Expertise in geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog Geo, Vulcan, Datamine Studio).
• Strong understanding of geostatistical principles and their application.
• Proven experience in resource reporting under international codes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment, potentially involving fieldwork and office-based modeling near Culiacán .
• Fluency in Spanish and English is required.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and significant opportunities for professional growth and development. This role provides the chance to work on exciting resource projects in a leading Mexican mining state. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. The hybrid nature of the role near Culiacán offers flexibility while ensuring impactful contributions to our client's exploration and development pipeline.