Senior Geologist - Gold Exploration & Ore Control

Turner Mining Group; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Mining Group is seeking an experienced Senior Geologist to support gold mining operations in the Elko, Nevada area. The role involves geological interpretation, ore control, resource development, exploration, and production support across underground and surface mining.

The successful candidate will have strong gold exploration experience, excellent modeling and data interpretation skills, and the ability to collaborate with mining, engineering, and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in active mining operations with underground and surface environments.
• Strong understanding of economic geology, structural geology, mineralization, and ore deposit interpretation.
• Experience interpreting drill results, assay data, and geological datasets.
• Proficiency with geological modeling, database, and mine planning software.
• Strong technical writing, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with mine operations, engineering, environmental, and exploration teams.
• Safety-conscious approach to field and mine-site activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior‑level geological support to active gold mining operations.
• Support ore control programs, including grade control drilling, sampling, geological interpretation, and reconciliation.
• Interpret drill data, assay results, structural geology, lithology, alteration, and mineralization to support mine planning and production decisions.
• Develop and maintain geological models and databases using industry-standard geological software.
• Work closely with mine engineering and operations teams to ensure geological interpretations are incorporated into mine plans and production schedules.
• Review and validate geological and assay data to ensure accuracy, quality, and integrity.
• Coordinate with drilling and sampling teams to ensure appropriate data collection and quality-control procedures are followed.
• Participate in underground and surface mapping and geological inspections as required.
• Identify and communicate geological risks and opportunities that may impact mine planning, production, or resource development.
• Contribute to short- and long-term mine planning through geological interpretation and technical input.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and intermediate-level geologists and geological technicians.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, environmental responsibility, and compliance with mine site policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Gold exploration

Ore control

Geological modeling

Data interpretation

Field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

MineSight

Datamine

Surpac

Job description

Turner Mining Group is seeking an experienced Senior Geologist to support gold mining operations in the Elko, Nevada area. The role involves geological interpretation, ore control, resource development, exploration, and production support across underground and surface mining.

The successful candidate will have strong gold exploration experience, excellent modeling and data interpretation skills, and the ability to collaborate with mining, engineering, and operations teams.