NGM - Geologist I/II/III

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Geologist I–III for the Mineral Resource Management team in Elko, NV. You will design delineation drilling programs, track intercepts, and support diamond and RC drilling activities.

This full-time role requires a BS in Geology and a safety-first mindset, with 2+ years in ore control or drilling geology preferred. Strong teamwork and communication are essential, plus familiarity with core logging and common geological software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or related field required
• 2+ years experience working as an ore control or drilling geologist preferred
• Excellent safety record required
• Ability to work within a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required
• Familiarity with logging diamond core and RC chips preferred
• Familiarity with Leapfrog, Deswik, Vulcan, and Acquire software preferred

Responsibilities

• Design delineation drilling programs and track weekly/monthly intercepts
• Supervise and report drilling budgets and forecasts
• Compile and validate drilling data including assay results and QA/QC
• Support diamond and RC drilling through drill station inspections
• Geological logging of diamond core and RC chips and grade compilation
• Geological mapping and sampling of faces and exposures underground and on surface
• Compile mapping and assay information in 3-D software and correlate with models
• Oversee sample collection and timely delivery to lab
• Resolve routing of ore based on assays and mapping
• Prepare weekly and monthly reconciliation for model performance

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety-first

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Deswik

Vulcan

Acquire

Job description

Position Description:

Are you a Geology professional who is looking for career growth? Nevada Gold Mines' (NGM) Mineral Resource Management team has the perfect opportunity for you! Our people division is growing and we are looking for a Geologist I, II or III to join our team. As part of the MRM team, the successful candidate will be results centric adding to our already ambitious yet exciting working environment supporting our mining operations.

At NGM, 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 offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities:

• Design of delineation drilling programs, track and report weekly/monthly intercepts and progress, assist with yearly budgets
• Supervise and report out spends to drill budgets and forecasts
• Compile and validate drilling data; including assay results, downhole survey, geology logging and QAQC and other data collected during drilling
• Support diamond and RC drilling activities through drill and drill station inspections, validating TD's
• Geological logging of diamond core and RC chips; update of and grade compilation for face and bench samples using acquire database
• Geological mapping (either digital or on paper depending on location) and sampling of active faces and other exposures underground and/or on surface; which may require use of scaling bar and working from extreme platform
• Compile mapping and assay information in 3-D software and correlate it with existing models
• Supervise sample collection for accuracy and consistency, timely delivery to lab
• Resolve and monitor the routing of ore in the mine based on assays and mapping
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports as required; assist with weekly and monthly reconciliation for model performance and impacts to grade

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or related field required
• 2+ years experience working as an ore control or drilling geologist preferred
• Excellent safety record required
• Ability to work within a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required
• Familiarity with logging diamond core and RC chips preferred
• Familiarity with Leapfrog, Deswik, Vulcan, and Acquire software preferred

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 opportunity employer.

Job Identification 239764

Posting Date 2026-09-18

Job Schedule Full time

Job Category Geology

Locations Elko, NV, United States