Senior Geologist: Resource Modeling & Exploration Lead

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Bayard (NM); On-site; USD 97,500 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Insurance discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Freeport‑McMoRan in New Mexico seeks a geologist to lead exploration and resource evaluation at the Chino operation. You will log drill samples, map geology, and build resource block models while coordinating with contractors and site personnel.

The role requires a geology degree and several years of experience; the company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a large, integrated mining organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field and five years of geology experience.
• Master's degree in Geology and three years of geology experience.

Responsibilities

• Log core and drill cuttings and review logging quality for Geologist I and II.
• Supervise drilling, road construction, and drill sample prep by contractors.
• Integrate geological data into maps and cross sections.
• Mentor Geologist I & II to develop skills.
• Prepare drill hole databases and deposit maps.

Skills

Geologic logging

Team leadership

Geologic mapping

Resource modeling

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Master's degree in Geology

Job description

Freeport‑McMoRan in New Mexico seeks a geologist to lead exploration and resource evaluation at the Chino operation. You will log drill samples, map geology, and build resource block models while coordinating with contractors and site personnel.

The role requires a geology degree and several years of experience; the company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a large, integrated mining organization.