Senior Geologist

Freeport-McMoRan; Bayard (NM); On-site; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Senior Geologist in Bayard, NM, to log drill samples, map geologic features, and develop resource block models under supervision. You will mentor junior geologists and supervise contractors, ensuring data quality and compliance with standards.

The role requires a geology degree with several years of field experience and offers growth through leadership of geological exploration projects and collaboration with metallurgists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field with 5 years' experience, or Master's degree with 3 years.
• Experience logging drill samples and conducting geological mapping.
• Ability to supervise contractors and mentor Geologists I & II.

Responsibilities

• Log core and RC drill cuttings and review logging quality.
• Supervise drilling, road construction, and sample prep by contractors.
• Integrate geological data into maps, cross-sections and level plans.
• Coach and mentor Geologists I & II to develop skills.
• Supervise a team producing resource block models meeting standards.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable regulations and provide guidance to site management.
• Prepare/update drill hole databases, maps of deposits and exploration records.
• Collaborate with Metallurgists to provide samples for testing and ore-type development.

Skills

Geology experience

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Master's degree in Geology

Job description

Where You Will Work

Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the world's first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.

Title: Senior Geologist

Requisition ID: 145176

Location: Bayard, NM, US, 88023

Category: Scientific Services

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, complete logging of drill samples, conduct geologic mapping and complete resource block models. Provide technical expertise, guidance and leadership in geological exploration and resource modeling.

• Perform logging of core and reverse circulation drill cuttings and peer review evaluation of Geologist I and II logging quality
• Supervise and direct drilling, road construction and drill sample preparation by contractors
• Integrate and interpret all geological data (e.g. rock type, alteration, structure), assay, and mineralogical data into geologic maps and internally consistent cross sections and level plans
• Provide coaching and mentoring to Geologist I and II to develop their skills
• Supervise a team of Geologists in the completion of computerized resource block models that meet corporate modeling standards
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local regulations
• Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations
• Prepare and update drill hole database, maps of deposits and other exploration records
• Work with Metallurgists in providing samples for processing testing and evaluation and in the development of ore types
• Perform surface and underground geologic mapping
• Assist in the formulation of short-range plans and budget preparation for geological exploration and evaluation at assigned site
• Performs other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related scientific discipline and five (5) years of experience in Geology or related scientific field, OR
• Master's degree in Geology and three (3) years experience in Geology or related scientific field

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently$97,500-$138,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nearest Major Market: Las Cruces

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