Geologist/ Mining Engineer - Central Southern Utah

Staker Parson Materials & Construction; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability cover

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth

Job summary

Western Rock Products, a CRH Company, seeks a Geologist/Mining Engineer to develop long-term reserves of stone, sand and gravel across Central and Southern Utah. You’ll support all aggregate plant operations and define strategies to improve Life of Mining (LOM) while expanding quarry reserves.

Based in St. George, UT, with travel to regional sites, you will build relationships with agencies, lead geologic modeling efforts, and develop 5-year block models and KPIs to optimize resources and reduce

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Mine Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience as a Geologist or Mine Engineer at an active mine/site.
• Knowledge of LOM resources, pit designs, and 5-year block models for quarries.
• Knowledge of industrial geology as related to construction.
• Surveying knowledge and GPS experience; strategic collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, secure, and develop high quality aggregate reserves for asphalt and concrete operations.
• Build relationships with State/Federal agencies, geologists, mining engineers and other industry players.
• Assist with geologic modeling, drilling, exploration, reserves assessment, and mine planning.
• Liaise and negotiate mineral-related matters with agencies and institutions; represent the company on relevant bodies.
• Develop short/long-term LOM plans with production managers to maximize value and resource use.
• Work with management to develop KPIs for quarry reserves and cost optimization.
• Maintain 3D geologic models of quarries using Carlson software.
• Coordinate reviews of LOM plans, block models, schedules and volumes.
• Create plans and illustrations communicating LOM, stripping and remediation strategies.
• Develop 5-year block model maps with volumes and maps for land-related needs.
• Conduct geotechnical surveys to identify hazards and mitigation needs.
• Strategize how to move resources into reserves in compliance with SEC requirements.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Collaborate

Geology knowledge

Mine engineering

GPS surveying

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Mine Engineering

Tools

Carlson software

Job description

Job ID: 528610

Western Rock Products, is A CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

The Geologist/Mining Engineer is responsible for developing long term reserves of quality stone, sand and gravel throughout Central and Southern Utah. The position is responsible for supporting all aggregate plant operations within Central and Southern Utah by clearly defining strategies to improve Life of Mining (LOM) and extend quarry reserves. Ideally this position will be based in St. George, Utah. However, it could be based at any of our operations in Central & Southern Utah (this would require additional travel).

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

Strategic Land Acquisitions

• Identify, secure, and develop high quality aggregate reserves for our hot mix asphalt, ready mix concrete, and construction operations.
• Build effective working relationships with State and Federal agencies, local geologists, mining engineers and non-competitive mining companies to secure ownership of or rights to high quality aggregates.
• Assist with technical evaluations and assessments including, but not limited to, geologic modeling, drilling and exploration, reserves assessment, and mine planning.
• Liaise and negotiate on mineral-related matters with State and Federal agencies, academic institutions, the industry, and represent the company on committees, boards, industry bodies, and other relevant organizations as required.

Mine Plan Management

• Will work closely with production managers to develop and maintain short, intermediate, and long-term LOM plans to achieve maximum value through the optimum utilization of all resources and reserves.
• Work with General Managers, Plant Managers and quarry personnel to develop key performance indicators as it relates to optimizing quarry reserves, minimizing waste streams and lowering mining costs.
• Maintain 3D Geologic Models of quarries utilizing Carlson software.
• Coordinate periodic reviews of LOM plan to include block models, schedules and annual volumes by bench, site limitations and conditions, operational effectiveness, resource and reserve quality, and other relevant factors.
• Generate necessary plans and technical illustrations to effectively communicate LOM and stripping plans, remediation efforts, and schedules for implementation in accordance with company standards.
• Develop 5-year block model maps with appropriate volumes by bench with accurate maps and technical illustrations as needed to facilitate land related issues, including agreements, zoning, and permitting.
• Conduct regular geotechnical surveys to identify, mitigate and resolve hazards.
• Develop a strategic plan to move current aggregate resources into aggregate reserves as per SEC requirements.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Geology or Mine Engineering
• 5+ years of experience as a Geologist or Mine Engineer at an active mine site or developing quality aggregate reserves.
• Working knowledge in assessing LOM resource and reserves, pit designs, development of 5-year block models for quarry mining to include effective water drainage control and overburden removal.
• Knowledge of industrial geology as related to the construction industry.
• Surveying knowledge and/or experience with GPS station gear.
• Ability to think strategically and collaborate.

Work Requirements

• Travel approximately 25% with brief periods to 50%
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be able to able to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

Office Environment and Field Visits including Plants, Pits, Shops and job sites, hotels and conference rooms. The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Western Rock Products, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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