Ore Control Geologist: Boost Open-Pit Resource Recovery

McEwen Inc.; Eureka (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account / Flexible-Sp.

Disability Insurance (short & long)

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

McEwen Inc. is seeking an Ore Control Geologist to support ore and grade control activities, ensuring accurate ore/waste delineation and efficient delivery to processing facilities.

The role involves blast hole sampling, geological mapping, data interpretation, and collaboration with Mine Engineering, Operations, and Technical Services to maximize resource recovery. Responsibilities include producing geologic models, maintaining databases, and contributing to reconciliation efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related field is required.
• 25 years of experience in mining geology or ore control, preferably in open-pit operations.
• Experience with blast hole sampling, geological mapping, RC/core drilling, and grade control programs.
• Familiarity with geological modeling software and mining databases.
• Understanding of QA/QC procedures and reconciliation processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with operations, engineering, and technical teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Ore Control and Production Support: perform ore control and grade control activities to ensure accurate ore and waste identification.
• Conduct blast hole sampling and support geological data collection programs.
• Provide ore boundary recommendations and assist with ore/waste delineation.
• Support production activities through timely communication with mine operations.
• Assist with drill program planning, tracking, and execution as required.
• Geological Interpretation and Modeling: interpret geological and grade control data to support short-term mine planning.
• Assist with maintaining and updating geological and block models.
• Ensure grade control data is incorporated into geological databases and mine plans.
• Participate in reconciliation efforts and provide geological input to improve model performance.
• Geological Mapping and Data Collection: perform routine pit mapping to document lithology, alteration, mineralization, structures, and geotechnical observations.
• Record field observations and maintain accurate geological records.
• Photograph pit faces and monitor changing geological conditions.
• Identify geological features or hazards impacting mining activities.
• Sampling and QA/QC: collect blasthole cuttings, channel samples, and grab samples per protocols.
• Ensure proper sample preparation, labeling, and chain-of-custody.
• Conduct QA/QC checks to maintain data integrity.
• Assist with QA/QC reporting and sample reconciliation.
• Field Operations and Monitoring: coordinate daily field activities related to blast hole sampling, geological logging, and pit mapping.
• Work with mine operations to align mining with geological interpretations.
• Monitor mining progress and provide ore control recommendations.
• Support drilling programs including RC and core drilling.
• Data Management and Reporting: maintain accurate geological and grade control databases.
• Validate geological and assay data and ensure QA/QC standards.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on ore control and reconciliation.
• Communicate geological information effectively to operations and technical teams.
• Team Collaboration: work with geology, mine engineering, processing, and operations personnel.
• Participate in daily production meetings and planning discussions.
• Support and train geology technicians and interns as needed.
• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: follow all health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Promote safe work practices in active mining and field environments.
• Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement: identify opportunities to improve sampling, data quality, and ore control practices.
• Support reconciliation analyses between geological models, mine production, and mill performance.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance resource recovery and operational efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field

Tools

Geological modeling software

Mining databases

Job description

McEwen Inc. is seeking an Ore Control Geologist to support ore and grade control activities, ensuring accurate ore/waste delineation and efficient delivery to processing facilities.

The role involves blast hole sampling, geological mapping, data interpretation, and collaboration with Mine Engineering, Operations, and Technical Services to maximize resource recovery. Responsibilities include producing geologic models, maintaining databases, and contributing to reconciliation efforts.