Senior Exploration Geologist – District-Scale Discovery

Hecla Nevada; Winnemucca (NV); Vor Ort; USD 125.000 - 145.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hecla Nevada seeks a Senior Exploration Geologist in Winnemucca, NV to lead near-mine, district, and regional exploration efforts. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, safety, and regulatory alignment within a fast-paced team environment.

The incumbent will generate drill targets, map geology, build 3D models, and manage drilling programs, ensuring NI 43-101-compliant resource estimates and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor of Science in Geology required; MBA or equivalent required.
• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience, with preference for expertise in low-sulfidation epithermal deposits required.

Aufgaben

• Foster a safe work environment and ensure adherence to all applicable regulations, best practices, and company standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop direct reports.
• Lead regional geological interpretations, mapping, and sampling efforts.
• Generate geologic maps, cross-sections, 3D models, and presentation materials using Vulcan and ArcGIS.
• Plan, budget, and execute exploration drilling programs (surface and underground).
• Log and sample drill core and chips with accuracy and consistency.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of NI 43-101–compliant resource models.
• Collect, interpret, and provide geological data to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Corporate, Mine Operations, Engineering, and Permitting/Environmental.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Mentoring

Geologic mapping

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor of Science in Geology

MBA or equivalent

Tools

Vulcan

ArcGIS

Jobbeschreibung

Hecla Nevada seeks a Senior Exploration Geologist in Winnemucca, NV to lead near-mine, district, and regional exploration efforts. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, safety, and regulatory alignment within a fast-paced team environment.

The incumbent will generate drill targets, map geology, build 3D models, and manage drilling programs, ensuring NI 43-101-compliant resource estimates and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.