Ore Control Geologist, Mine (Thompson Creek)

Centerra Gold Inc.; Clayton (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Healthcare Spending Account

Annual Incentive Bonus

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Professional development

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

Job summary

Centerra Gold Inc. seeks an Ore Control Geologist for the Thompson Creek Mine in Idaho. The role focuses on ore control, dilution management, and accurate ore/waste delineation to maximize recovery and minimize dilution.

It involves field mapping, sampling, data validation, and collaboration with mining, engineering, and survey teams. Candidate should have a geology degree and 2+ years in open pit geology, with experience in mapping, data analysis, and modelling platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related field is required.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in open pit mine geology and ore control.
• Experience in open pit mining environments is preferred.
• Experience with geological mapping, drilling programs, and data analysis is preferred.
• Experience with geological modelling platforms and databases is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily ore control activities including mapping, sampling, stockpile management, and ore/waste delineation.
• Support dilution control, mine recovery, and ore control model updates as directed.
• Collect representative samples and ensure data is validated and stored in auditable systems.
• Perform routine field inspections to monitor ore exposure and conformity to boundaries.
• Maintain geological databases and ensure timely data entry and validation.
• Conduct pit wall and bench geological mapping and report observations to Senior Mine Geologist.
• Assist with stockpile management and material tracking for accurate accounting.
• Provide geological support to mine operations, planning, engineering and metallurgy.
• Coordinate with Survey for drill collar set-out, ore control patterns, and stockpiles.
• Support site safety and regulatory compliance in all geological activities.

Skills

Ore control

Open pit geology

Geological mapping

Drilling programs

Data analysis

Geological modelling

Geological databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

Tools

Deswik

Leapfrog

Maptek

acQuire

Job description

• Boost your knowledge and skills by joining an established organization
• Professional development within the organization
• Receive a competitive salary, plus top-notch benefits
• Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Boost your knowledge and skills by joining an established organization
• Professional development within the organization
• Receive a competitive salary, plus top-notch benefits
• Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.

Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

About Thompson Creek Mine

The Thompson Creek Mine is a primary, surface molybdenum mine and mill located approximately 48 kilometers southwest of the town of Challis in Idaho's Custer County.

In operations since 1983, the mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods with large electric-powered shovels that can each move up to 100,000 tons of waste rock and ore per day.

Thompson Creek Mine promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

About The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Ore Control Geologist, Mine to join our Thompson Creek team.

The Ore Control Geologist supports daily ore control and production geology activities to maximize ore recovery, minimize dilution, and ensure accurate material classification throughout the mining process. This role is responsible for executing field-based and office-based geological work including ore and waste delineation, mapping, sampling, stockpile tracking, geological data collection, and support for short-term model updates.

Working closely with mine operations, engineering, survey, metallurgy, and Senior Mine Geologist, the Ore Control Geologist provides timely geological support to daily mining activities and contributes to continuous improvement in ore control practices, reconciliation, and geological workflows. A strong commitment to safe work practices, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company standards is essential.

• Carry out daily ore control activities including mapping, sampling, stockpile management, and ore/waste delineation.
• Support dilution control, mine recovery, and ore control model updates as directed by the Senior Mine Geologist.
• Collect representative samples and ensure geological, sampling, and assay data are accurately validated, recorded, and maintained in auditable databases and digital filing systems.
• Perform routine field inspections in active mining areas to monitor ore exposure, geological contacts, and mining conformance to ore control boundaries.
• Assist in maintaining geological databases and ensuring data is entered, checked, and validated in a timely and accurate manner.
• Conduct pit wall and bench geological or structural mapping and communicate relevant observations to Senior Mine Geologist or geotechnical personnel.
• Assist with stockpile management and material tracking to support accurate ore accounting and reconciliation.
• Provide geological support to mine operations, mine planning, engineering, metallurgy, and other site groups as required.
• Coordinate with Survey for the set-out and pick-up of drill hole collars, ore control patterns, stockpiles, and dig advances.
• Actively support and participate in site safety, health, and environmental programs and ensure all work is carried out in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

About You

To qualify, the following skills and experiences are required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related field, required.
• 2+ years of experience in open pit mine geology and ore control.
• Experience in open pit mining environments, preferred.
• Experience with geological mapping, drilling programs, and data analysis, preferred.
• Experience with geological modelling platforms (Deswik, Leapfrog, Maptek, etc.), preferred.
• Experience with geological databases (acQuire or similar systems), preferred.

About The Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra Gold's Thompson Creek Mine operation's team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation package. Centerra's industry-leading benefits include**:

• PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan with Company match
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
• Professional development within the organization
• Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Please note, compensation and benefit packages vary depending on department or position.

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.