Drill Service Coordinator

Jerritt Canyon; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jerritt Canyon seeks a Drill Service Coordinator to oversee daily drilling operations for surface and underground work, coordinating with geology, engineering, hydrogeology, and contractors to ensure safe, on-schedule, and cost-conscious drilling activities.

The role requires hands-on field experience, strong safety discipline, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in rugged remote environments. This is a hands-on, on-site leadership position within mining operations.

Qualifications

• High School degree required; related higher education preferred.
• 2–5 years in exploration, production, or drilling environments.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing drilling contractor and remote field logistics.
• Strong knowledge of drilling practices, rigs, consumables, and downhole survey tooling.
• Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, familiarity with GIS software, Leapfrog, or any specialized drill management software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily Underground and Surface drilling activities.
• Manage rig scheduling, equipment mobilization, road access and maintenance, earthwork/drill pad construction.
• Oversee drill pad closure, hole abandonments, help with environmental survey coordination and environmental remediation requirements.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for all drilling and earthwork contractors.
• Monitor contractor productivity (KPI), equipment conditions, and contract compliance.
• Enforce compliance with company safety policies, MASHA regulations, and environmental permits.
• Lead safety meetings, line-out meetings, and safety orientations for incoming crews.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Multi-tasking

Education

High School degree

Associate's or Bachelor's in Geology / Mine Engineering / related field

Tools

GIS software

Leapfrog

Drill management software

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

About Jerritt Canyon

The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.

The Opportunity

The Drill Service Coordinator is responsible for overseeing daily drilling operations for surface and underground. The drill service Coordinator will check on contractor performance and site planning. This role acts as the main link between Geology, Engineering, Hydro Geology, earthwork contractors, drilling contractors, and site operations. The goal is to ensure that all drilling preparations and activities are completed safely, on schedule, and within financial targets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily Underground and Surface drilling activities.
• Manage rig scheduling, equipment mobilization, road access and maintenance, earthwork/drill pad construction.
• Oversee drill pad closure, hole abandonments, help with environmental survey coordination and environmental remediation requirements.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for all drilling and earthwork contractors.
• Monitor contractor productivity (KPI), equipment conditions, and contract compliance.
• Enforce compliance with company safety policies, MASHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) regulations, and environmental permits.
• Conduct routine safety audits, pre-shift inspections on rigs, and hazard assessments.
• Review and verify daily drilling reports and timesheets.
• Ensure contractors follow site onboarding, safety inductions, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with Geologists, Engineers, Contractors, and Mine Operations on upcoming drill plans and sequencing drill pads.
• Help coordinate drill core, reverse circulation sample, and chip pickups and drop-offs.
• Lead and attend weekly safety meetings, line-out meetings, and safety orientations for incoming crews.
• Report and take part in any safety or environmental incident investigations that may occur.
• Support the development and forecasting of annual drilling budgets.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for senior leadership.

The above duties and responsibilities stand for the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Education and Experience

• High School degree required; Associate's or bachelor's degree in Geology, Mine Engineering, or trade school education in related job field is preferred.
• Equivalent combination of relevant field experience and technical certifications will be considered.
• Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience working in exploration, production, or other active mining/drilling environments.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing drilling contractor and remote field logistics.
• Strong knowledge of drilling practices, rigs, consumables, and downhole survey tooling.
• Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, familiarity with GIS software, Leapfrog, or any specialized drill management software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently in active underground work areas and in rugged remote surface field environments.

Certifications & Licenses

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• First/CPR training preferred.
• MSHA surface and underground preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.