NGM - Chief Hydrogeologist

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Stock purchase plans

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Chief Hydrogeologist to lead hydrogeologic analysis and manage water-related strategies across our mining operations. The role focuses on collecting, compiling, analyzing, and applying hydrogeologic data to control dewatering costs and timelines for operations, with emphasis on stakeholder communication.

You will oversee advanced hydrogeologic studies, develop water management plans, review modeling and mine designs, and liaise with federal, state and local

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, mining or civil engineering (or similar) is required.
• Ten years of experience in the mining industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with water well systems, groundwater hydraulics, and aquifer testing is required.
• Knowledge of advanced principles and practices employed in hydrogeology and hydrology required.
• Knowledge of regulatory constraints related to water management activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze technical data pertaining to groundwater and surface water quantity and quality; climate data and drainage delineation; flood control; and water management and conservation
• Compile planning and design analyses based on independent critical evaluations and make recommendations pertaining to hydrogeologic issues including dewatering, porewater depression, and excess mine water management
• Prepare comprehensive reports regarding groundwater and surface water resources
• Develop practical and novel water management plans and support implementation, monitoring and evaluation of performance
• Undertake advanced technical hydrogeologic analysis, making strategic operational and closure recommendations
• Work with site and technical teams to ensure that the required hydrogeologic data is collected, compiled, analyzed, interpreted, and applied so that dewatering costs and timelines for operational requirements are communicated accurately to stakeholders and management
• Undertake reviews of modeling, mine design and dewatering plans from a hydrogeologic perspective, identifying potential risks and opportunities
• Ensure ongoing communication and cooperation with site operational and technical teams to optimize the dewatering and water management plans and activities
• Manage the formulation and administration of supporting consultant contracts, which may include use of computer models to evaluate hydrogeologic technical details
• Liaison with various stakeholders (Federal, State and Local) to develop and communicate monitoring results, modeling results and mitigation plans for any projected potential impacts

Skills

Groundwater hydraulics

Aquifer testing

Regulatory constraints

Advanced hydrogeology principles

Water management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, mining or civil engineering (or similar)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Nevada Gold Mines, 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.

We are looking for a Chief Hydrogeologist to join our team. The successful candidate will work with site and technical teams to ensure that the required hydrogeologic data is collected, compiled, analyzed, interpreted, and applied so that dewatering costs and timelines for operational requirements are communicated accurately to stakeholders and management.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze technical data pertaining to groundwater and surface water quantity and quality; climate data and drainage delineation; flood control; and water management and conservation
• Compile planning and design analyses based on independent critical evaluations and make recommendations pertaining to hydrogeologic issues including dewatering, porewater depression, and excess mine water management
• Prepare comprehensive reports regarding groundwater and surface water resources
• Develop practical and novel water management plans and support implementation, monitoring and evaluation of performance
• Undertake advanced technical hydrogeologic analysis, making strategic operational and closure recommendations
• Work with site and technical teams to ensure that the required hydrogeologic data is collected, compiled, analyzed, interpreted, and applied so that dewatering costs and timelines for operational requirements are communicated accurately to stakeholders and management
• Undertake reviews of modeling, mine design and dewatering plans from a hydrogeologic perspective, identifying potential risks and opportunities
• Ensure ongoing communication and cooperation with site operational and technical teams to optimize the dewatering and water management plans and activities
• Manage the formulation and administration of supporting consultant contracts, which may include use of computer models to evaluate hydrogeologic technical details
• Liaison with various stakeholders (Federal, State and Local) to develop and communicate monitoring results, modeling results and mitigation plans for any projected potential impacts

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, mining or civil engineering (or similar) is required
• Ten (10) years of experience in the mining industry is preferred
• Familiarity with water well systems, groundwater hydraulics, and aquifer testing is required
• Knowledge of advanced principles and practices employed in hydrogeology and hydrology required
• Knowledge of regulatory constraints related to water management activities preferred

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses, excellent benefits, paid time off (PTO), and stock purchase plans (where applicable)
• Nevada Gold Mines has several major mining operations located across Northeastern Nevada – this offers many opportunities to learn and grow within your career at different mine sites, other technical disciplines, operations roles, or management.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Our Mission And Core Values

• Zero Harm – we value safety and health above all else, and we take personal responsibility and ownership as one team.
• Responsible and Accountable – we act as owners, challenge each other as peers, learn and build on successes.
• Partnerships – we foster genuine partnerships and deliver on our commitments.
• Build a Sustainable Legacy – we earn our social license by being part of our host communities, managing the impact of our operations, and building a sustainable legacy.
• Results Driven – we are results-driven through agile decision-making and disciplined execution.
• Fit for Purpose – we keep it simple – delivering fit‑for‑purpose solutions.
• Be Honest, Transparent, and Act with Integrity – we communicate directly, honestly, and transparently.