Senior Geologist – Open-Pit Exploration & Modeling Lead

Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation, a US-based gold and silver mining company, is seeking a Senior Geologist to support exploration and mine planning near Winnemucca, NV. You will plan drill programs, log cores, analyze geologic data, and update models to optimize open-pit operations.

Requirements include 10+ years in exploration/production, proficiency with Leapfrog and Vulcan, and a geology degree with field camp.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of exploration and production experience in open pit or underground environments.
• Must be able to work with Leapfrog and Vulcan.
• Mush have working knowledge of acQuire, or MX Deposit database.
• Ability to perform QA/QC across geologic data and operations.
• Ability to map on surface or underground
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions
• Effective written and verbal communication with stakeholders
• University degree in Geosciences with field camp required

Responsibilities

• Strictly adheres to company values, policies, and management standards.
• Plan, schedule, and supervise drill plans for RC, Sonic, and Core programs
• Provide accurate monthly cost reports, variance analysis, and cash-flow forecasts
• Perform regular drill rig inspections and checks to ensure safety and environmental protocols are met
• Log Core and RC as required, collection of all geologic and geotechnical information
• Review assay results from the drill and sampling programs, QA/QC, provide updates on lab performance
• Update geologic models (Leapfrog) with lithology, hyperspectral, geochemical, and oriented structural data
• Conduct in-pit mapping and data analysis for mine modeling and geotechnical evaluation
• Conduct soil or rock sampling programs
• Collect data with handheld XRF, magsus tools
• Support Drill Services with drill pad locations and logistics as necessary
• Punctuality and regular attendance required.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Skills

QA/QC

Geologic mapping

Drill planning

Communication

Education

Geosciences degree with field camp

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

acQuire

MX Deposit

Job description

Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation, a US-based gold and silver mining company, is seeking a Senior Geologist to support exploration and mine planning near Winnemucca, NV. You will plan drill programs, log cores, analyze geologic data, and update models to optimize open-pit operations.

Requirements include 10+ years in exploration/production, proficiency with Leapfrog and Vulcan, and a geology degree with field camp.