Senior Geologist

Headwater Gold Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Headwater Gold Inc. is seeking a senior geologist with strong mapping skills and 10+ years in mining geology, including drill management. The role emphasizes field work, data analysis, and leading exploration projects across diverse geological targets in the Nevada region.

The candidate will develop drill targets, generate 3D geological models, and lead a team while maintaining high HSE standards on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology; master’s preferred.
• Strong mapping skills are essential.
• +10 years’ mining geology experience preferred, epithermal experience a plus.
• Drill management and target generation experience highly desired.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Authorized to work in the US with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Field mapping and sampling.
• Data collection and geochemical analysis.
• Lead exploration projects and author geological reports.
• Collaborate on project management and strategic planning.
• Lead team meetings and provide field progress updates to management.
• Analyze and interpret complex geological data.
• Develop drill targets and implement drill programs.
• Lead field mapping and interpretation of structures for exploration targets.
• Create a 3D geological-structural-alteration district model.
• Ensure on-site health, safety and environmental standards are met.

Skills

Mapping skills

Drill management

Field leadership

Geologic understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

3D modelling

Job description

We are seeking a senior geologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have solid mapping skills, geologic understanding and 10+ years’ experience in the mining sector. We are looking for someone who has drill management experience and can hit the ground running on a variety of geological projects and enjoys field work.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, master’s preferred.
• Strong, proven mapping skills are essential.
• +10 years’ experience in mining geology is preferred, with work in epithermal systems a plus.
• Drill management, target generation, 3D modelling and Arc/QGIS experience highly desired.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the US, be at least 21 years of age, and possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Field mapping and sampling.
• Data collection and geochemical analysis.
• Lead exploration projects and author geological reports.
• Collaborating on project management and strategic planning.
• Lead team meetings and provide regular updates on field progress to management.
• Collect, analyze, synthesize, and interpret complex geological data.
• Develop drill targets and implement drill programs.
• Be able to lead a team in field mapping and interpretation of structures, alteration, and lithological units for exploration target definition and development.
• Create a 3D geological-structural-alteration district model
• Ensure that high standards of on-site health, safety and environmental practices are continuously followed, meeting industry and Company standards.