Barrick - Exploration Senior Geologist

Barrick Gold Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Company clinics

Employee stock purchase program

Career opportunities

Job summary

Barrick Gold Corporation in Salt Lake City seeks a Senior Geologist to shape and advance exploration opportunities across the pipeline. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to exploration strategies while working in diverse geological settings.

The role emphasizes Project Generation, Target Delineation, and creating reports in English and Spanish. You will coordinate with LATAM teams, ensure safety, and support permits and knowledge sharing across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or related field required.
• Master's degree or PhD preferred.
• Minimum 8 years experience with emphasis in exploration, mineral economics and leadership.
• Strong geology fundamentals, exploration procedures, and business acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Broad knowledge of geology across multiple terranes.
• Experience with gold and copper deposit types.
• Experience with targeting tools incl. geophysics, geochemistry, remote sensing, field methods.
• Ability to develop complex 3D geologic models using Leapfrog.
• Proficient in ArcGIS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Generate and lead exploration programs across stages with focus on Project Generation and Target Delineation.
• Execute and supervise field-based exploration with safe data collection and reporting.
• Evaluate properties and opportunities for Tier 1 gold or copper discoveries with NEO team.
• Prepare reports and briefings in English and Spanish.
• Deliver timely technical information per Geoinformatics standards.
• Maintain communication with Exploration Manager and LATAM Technical Team as needed.
• Coordinate with Sustainability to implement safety, environment and community procedures.
• Obtain permits on time to support exploration programs.
• Promote learning and dissemination of geoscientific advances within the team.
• Collaborate with HR on recruitment, development plans and mentoring.

Skills

Geology

Leadership

3D geological modeling

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

MS Office

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

The Senior Geologist will play a key role in shaping and advancing exploration opportunities at various stages of the pipeline. You will collaborate with talented, multidisciplinary exploration teams and technical leaders, contributing to exploration strategies while gaining exposure to a diverse range of geological settings and project types.

At Barrick, 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. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

Generate, develop, and lead exploration programs across all stages of the exploration pipeline, with a primary focus on Project Generation and Target Delineation within the company’s Resource Triangle framework.

Execute and supervise field-based exploration programs, ensuring best practices in geological data collection and management, as well as strict compliance with safety standards and community relations requirements.

Participate with the Project Generation or New Opportunities (NEO) team in the evaluation of properties and/or advanced exploration projects representing opportunities for Tier 1 gold and/or copper discoveries.

Prepare internal and external written reports and technical visit presentations, as well as seasonal exploration progress and close-out reports, in both English and Spanish, including conclusions and recommendations.

Ensure the timely delivery of technical and geological information generated by exploration projects in accordance with Geoinformatics department standards and systems, and require appropriate reporting from technical site visits conducted by the Technical Team.

Maintain direct and timely communication with the Exploration Manager and/or Chief Geologist when technical support or specialized training is required for exploration projects, coordinating through the LATAM Technical Team as needed.

Coordinate with the Sustainability team to implement Health & Safety, Environmental, and Community Relations procedures at exploration projects, and monitor and verify compliance.

Ensure all required internal and external permits are obtained on time to support planned exploration programs.

Promote and support the dissemination of advances in geoscientific knowledge within the exploration team, organizing learning opportunities related to mineral system exploration.

Coordinate with Human Resources on people and talent management activities, including recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, development plans, coaching, and mentoring.

Stay informed and ensure appropriate communication to project teams regarding community, safety, health, environmental, quality, and risk-related matters as required.

Comply with and enforce the Barrick Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy, and Human Rights Policy, ensuring internal awareness and adherence.

Comply with and enforce all company policies, regulations, and procedures, including Alcohol and Drugs, Discrimination and Harassment, and other mandatory Barrick standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or related field required
• Master's Degree or PhD in related field preferred
• Minimum 8 years progressive experience with a strong emphasis in exploration, mineral economics, and leadership required
• A strong foundation of fundamentals of geology, exploration procedures, business acumen, and commercial skills required
• Ability to work within a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required
• Broad knowledge of geology with experience across multiple terranes required
• Broad experience across gold and copper deposit types required
• Experience with a full range of targeting tools including, but not limited to geophysical, geochemical, remote sensing, and geologic field methods required
• Ability to accurately develop complex 3D geologic models using Leapfrog required
• Strong computer skills and proficient in ArcGIS and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access) required
• Excellent data and business analysis skills - ability to conduct detailed analysis, define milestones, and provide business logic and calculations required
• Ability to deliver concise technical and business focused presentations and reports in simple to understand format to a broad audience of cross functional peers and stakeholders required
• Organized, motivated self-starter with high standards expected of themselves and others required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment required

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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About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About the Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.

Job Info

• Job Identification 241116
• Job Category Mining
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Barrick Gold North America, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101, US