NGM - Drilling Superintendent, Grade Control

Nevada Gold Mines; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an experienced and results-driven Drilling Superintendent, Grade Control, to provide strategic leadership, technical expertise, and oversight for grade control drilling services across NGM.

This role is critical to maximizing ore recovery, supporting production objectives, and driving operational efficiencies through best-in-class drilling practices, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of drilling management experience
• 7+ years of managing drilling crews
• Experience in grade control drilling
• Experience overseeing drilling contractors
• International experience preferred
• Knowledge of production planning integration with drilling
• Knowledge of QA/QC for drilling data
• Experience in mining environments

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and optimization of grade control and drilling programs
• Develop drilling strategies and operational improvements
• Oversee priorities, contractor performance, and program execution
• Ensure accurate collection and management of geological data
• Monitor budgets and provide reports to leadership
• Drive innovation and adoption of new drilling technologies
• Maintain environmental, health, safety, and governance standards
• Promote safe work practices and regulatory compliance
• Lead and mentor drilling teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Drilling management

Grade control

Data quality

Budget management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Drilling technologies

Geology software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an experienced and results-driven

Position Description JOB DESCRIPTION Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an experienced and results-driven Drilling Superintendent, Grade Control to provide strategic leadership, technical expertise, and operational oversight for Grade Control Drilling Services across NGM. This role is critical to maximizing ore recovery, supporting production objectives, and driving operational efficiencies through best-in-class drilling practices, innovation, and continuous improvement. This position oversees regional drilling priorities, contractor performance, and service delivery while championing the adoption of new technologies, equipment, drilling fluids, and operational practices that enhance safety, productivity, and data quality. The role also ensures alignment with corporate governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and responsible mining principles to safeguard Nevada Gold Mines' long-term license to operate and reputation as an industry leader. Working collaboratively with Geology, Mine Operations, Technical Services, and external partners, the Drilling Manager, Grade Control will foster a culture of operational excellence, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement across all drilling activities. At NGM, 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and optimization of grade control and drilling programs, ensuring technical excellence, data quality, and adherence to company standards.
• Develop and recommend drilling strategies, technologies, and operational improvements to enhance resource definition, orebody knowledge, safety, and cost efficiency.
• Oversee drilling priorities, contractor performance, and program execution to ensure alignment with operational needs, budgets, regulatory requirements, and corporate frameworks.
• Ensure the accurate collection, validation, and management of geological and drilling data to support mine planning and production decisions.
• Monitor drilling program performance, budgets, and key metrics, providing timely and accurate reports, forecasts, and recommendations to senior leadership team.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing through the evaluation and implementation of new drilling technologies, equipment, and practices.
• Foster a culture of responsible mining, ethical conduct, environmental stewardship, and sustainability while maintaining Barrick's social license to operate.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and risk management requirements, including incident reporting, investigations, corrective actions, and workforce training.
• Maintain and improve operational procedures, management systems, and governance documents related to drilling and grade control activities.
• Lead by example in promoting safe work practices and ensuring all activities are executed in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and operational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of site and organizational objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of experience in drilling management required
• At least 7 years of experience in managing drilling crews required
• Experience in grade control drilling required
• Experience managing drilling contractors across exploration and operational settings
• International experience preferred
• Understanding of production planning processes and the integration of drilling schedules preferred
• Maintains current knowledge of drilling technologies, grade control practices, and industry developments required
• Ability to coordinate drilling activities to meet production and mine planning requirements required
• Understanding of drillhole accuracy, sample integrity, and QA/QC requirements required
• Experience managing drilling operations in active mining environments required
• Driver's License required
• Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks associated with drilling activities required
• Lead and mentor drilling teams to achieve safe and efficient operational performance required
• Carry out all duties and responsibilities safely and responsibly, taking all reasonable precautions to protect your own health and safety and that of others required
• Experience managing drilling budgets and controlling operating costs required
• Ability to monitor drilling productivity and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvement required
• Experience managing drilling consumables, inventory, and critical spare parts required
• Ability to forecast stock requirements to ensure continuity of drilling operations required
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance planning and asset utilization required
• Experience coordinating logistics for drilling equipment and consumables required

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.

Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal JB1