Geologist 1 or 2 - EBM

sibanyestillwater; Big Timber (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibanye-Stillwater is recruiting a Geologist 1 or 2 for East Boulder Mine, McLeod, MT. Rotate on 5x4x4x5 shifts; duties include mapping, sampling, guiding underground headings, logging drill cores, collecting geotechnical data, and producing geologic maps.

Communicates ore width and grade to technical teams. Requires BS/BA in Geoscience with 1–3 years of relevant experience, plus strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, and the ability to operate surface and underground

Qualifications

• Minimum BS/BA or higher in Geoscience.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in geology.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Map, sample, and guide underground production headings.
• Log and sample drill core.
• Collect geotechnical data in core lab and underground.
• Produce geologic maps and interpret geology.
• Provide ore width and grade information.
• Collaborate with technical services and mine operations.
• Work rotating shifts as required.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Communication

Organized and detail-oriented

Verbal and written communication

Operate surface/underground equipment

Education

BS Geoscience

1-3 years relevant experience

Job description

Geologist 1 or 2

Location

East Boulder Mine - McLeod, MT

Schedule

Rotating Shifts: 5x4x4x5

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist mining operations by mapping, sampling, and guiding underground production headings.


• Log and sample drill core.


• Collect detailed geotechnical information, both in the core lab and underground mapping.


• Utilize computer software, interpret geology and produce representative geologic maps.


• Provide technical information on matters of ore width and grade.


• Work cooperatively with technical services groups and mine operations personnel.


• Will be required to work rotating shifts.

Qualifications and Skills

Required

• Leadership qualities including: character, teamwork, communication, business sense and vision


• Able to demonstrate and perform basic geological functions


• Organized and systematic with attention to detail and quality


• Good verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to operate surface and underground equipment (trucks, tractors, fork lift)

Preferred

• Minimum 1-3 years of underground work experience


• Demonstrated observational skills for mineralogy and structural features.


• Thorough understanding and experience in interpreting plan maps and cross-sections


• Strong knowledge of grade-control procedures and waste-dilution controls


• Proficient computer skills (spreadsheets, word processing, databases, mining applications, etc.)


• Good understanding of MSHA regulations

Education & Experience

• Minimum BS, BA or higher Geoscience degree and one to three (1-3) years of relevant experience

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.