Project Geologist: Exploration & Ore Development Lead

Bunker Hill Mining Corporation; Kellogg (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunker Hill Mining Company is seeking a Project Geologist to lead geological programs across exploration, resource development, and mine planning at the Kellogg, Idaho operation. The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration with operations and engineering, and safe, efficient development of resources.

The ideal candidate has a geology degree, 5+ years in underground mining or exploration, experience with polymetallic deposits, and proficiency in industry software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Earth Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in underground mining, mineral exploration, or resource development.
• Experience with silver, lead, zinc, or other polymetallic base metal deposits.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, economic geology, ore deposit modeling, and drilling programs.
• Proficiency using geological and mine planning software such as Leapfrog, Vulcan, Deswik, Datamine, or similar platforms.
• Experience with geological database management, data analysis, and technical writing.
• Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and mining industry safety practices.
• Preferred: Professional Geologist (PG), master’s degree, NI 43-101/S-K 1300 experience, and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute surface and underground exploration programs.
• Conduct geological mapping, core logging, structural interpretation, and orebody modeling.
• Manage drilling programs including contractor oversight, planning, sample management, and QA/QC.
• Collect, validate, interpret, and maintain geological, geochemical, geotechnical, and database information.
• Support mineral resource estimation, reserve development, and technical reporting activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimize mine development and production plans.
• Monitor ore control activities to maximize recovery and minimize dilution.
• Support environmental permitting, compliance initiatives, and geological assessments.
• Coordinate with consultants, laboratories, and contractors while managing project budgets and schedules.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company safety standards and MSHA regulations.

Skills

Geology

Data analysis

Technical writing

Team collaboration

MSHA safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Master’s degree

Professional Geologist (PG)

NI 43-101/S-K 1300 experience

Project management experience

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Deswik

Datamine

Job description

Bunker Hill Mining Company is seeking a Project Geologist to lead geological programs across exploration, resource development, and mine planning at the Kellogg, Idaho operation. The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration with operations and engineering, and safe, efficient development of resources.

The ideal candidate has a geology degree, 5+ years in underground mining or exploration, experience with polymetallic deposits, and proficiency in industry software.