Lead Geologist — Resource Modeling & Exploration

CSG Talent; Arizona; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CSG Talent is helping a client in Arizona recruit a Senior Geologist to lead geological exploration and modeling efforts at an open-pit copper mining complex. You will log drill samples, build models, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance across surface and underground settings.

The role requires a geology degree and several years of field and leadership experience, with comfort working in harsh industrial environments and coordinating with metallurgy teams on ore characterization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology (or related field) and 5 years' experience, OR Master's degree and 3 years' experience.
• Comfortable working in a mine/plant setting, including exposure to temperature extremes and industrial hazards.

Responsibilities

• Log and evaluate core and RC drill cuttings, including QC review of junior geologists' logging work.
• Direct and oversee drilling programs, road construction, and contractor-led sample preparation.
• Combine geological, assay, and mineralogical datasets into maps, cross sections, and level plans.
• Mentor and develop junior geology staff.
• Lead a team in building computerized resource block models aligned with corporate standards.
• Stay current on relevant federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Advise site leadership on regulatory matters and compliance considerations.
• Maintain and update drill hole databases and exploration documentation.
• Partner with metallurgy teams on sample testing and ore type characterization.
• Conduct geologic mapping across both surface and underground settings.
• Contribute to short-range exploration planning and budget development.

Skills

Geology

Leadership

Exploration planning

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Master's degree in Geology or related field

Job description

CSG Talent is helping a client in Arizona recruit a Senior Geologist to lead geological exploration and modeling efforts at an open-pit copper mining complex. You will log drill samples, build models, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance across surface and underground settings.

The role requires a geology degree and several years of field and leadership experience, with comfort working in harsh industrial environments and coordinating with metallurgy teams on ore characterization.