NGM - Senior Exploration Geologist

Careermine; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plan

401k retirement plan with employer/con

Paid time off

Company-sponsored medical clinics

Employer match share purchase program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines seeks a Senior Exploration Geologist to advance exploration opportunities across the portfolio. You will contribute to discovery by supporting desktop and field evaluations, data compilation, geological modeling, and target generation.

The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, developing 3D models, and delivering exploration strategies while working in a fast-paced environment. Nevada Gold Mines offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or related field (required).
• Master's Degree or PhD in related field (preferred).
• Minimum 8 years progressive experience with emphasis in exploration, mineral economics, and leadership (required).
• Strong geology fundamentals, exploration procedures, business acumen, and commercial skills (required).
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills (required).
• Broad geology knowledge across multiple terranes and gold/copper deposits (required).
• Experience with targeting tools including geophysical, geochemical, remote sensing, and field methods (required).
• Ability to develop complex 3D geologic models using Leapfrog (required).
• Proficient in ArcGIS and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access) (required).
• Strong data and business analysis skills and ability to present concisely to varied audiences (required).
• Organized, motivated self-starter with high standards (required).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment (required).

Responsibilities

• Provide a strong contribution to safety culture and programs.
• Identify and support evaluation of third-party opportunities.
• Compile, clean, and analyze data to develop exploration targets.
• Develop 3D models to enable mineral exploration targeting and project assessment.
• Collaborate with a team to deliver exploration strategies and growth.
• Generate new target concepts to expand the exploration footprint in North America.
• Coordinate with land and legal to facilitate confidentiality agreements.
• Communicate with potential business partners professionally.

Skills

Geology expertise

3D geological modeling

ArcGIS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Leadership

Team collaboration

Field evaluations

Project leadership

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

Office suite

Job description

Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

NGM is seeking an engaged, Senior Exploration Geologist to support the identification and advancement of high-quality exploration opportunities across its portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the discovery of world-class ore bodies by supporting both desktop and field-based evaluations, including data compilation, geological modeling, and target generation.

The Senior Exploration Geologist will play a key role in shaping and advancing exploration opportunities at various stages of the pipeline. You will collaborate with talented, multidisciplinary exploration teams and technical leaders, contributing to exploration strategies while gaining exposure to a diverse range of geological settings and project types.

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:

• Provide a strong contribution to NGM's safety culture and programs while encouraging and ensuring others do the same
• Identify and support evaluation of third-party opportunities
• Compile, clean, and analyze data using appropriate software platforms to develop and assess exploration targets
• Develop 3D models to enable mineral exploration targeting and project assessment
• Strong collaboration with technically skilled team to deliver Barrick's exploration strategy and growth ambitions
• Generate new target concepts to expand Barrick's exploration footprint in North America
• Collaborate with land and legal departments to facilitate the execution of confidentiality agreements
• Work and communicate with potential business partners in a professional manner

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or related field required
• Master's Degree or PhD in related field preferred
• Minimum 8 years progressive experience with a strong emphasis in exploration, mineral economics, and leadership required
• A strong foundation of fundamentals of geology, exploration procedures, business acumen, and commercial skills required
• Ability to work within a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required
• Broad knowledge of geology with experience across multiple terranes required
• Broad experience across gold and copper deposit types required
• Experience with a full range of targeting tools including, but not limited to geophysical, geochemical, remote sensing, and geologic field methods required
• Ability to accurately develop complex 3D geologic models using Leapfrog required
• Strong computer skills and proficient in ArcGIS and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access) required
• Excellent data and business analysis skills - ability to conduct detailed analysis, define milestones, and provide business logic and calculations required
• Ability to deliver concise technical and business focused presentations and reports in simple to understand format to a broad audience of cross functional peers and stakeholders required
• Organized, motivated self-starter with high standards expected of themselves and others required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 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 opportunity employer.