Senior Geologist: Resource Modeling Lead

Freeport-McMoRan; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized housing

Medical benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Bagdad, Arizona is seeking a senior Geology leader to oversee geology and resource estimation efforts. You will coach personnel, provide technical analysis, and collaborate with management to optimize mining of resources.

The role requires a geology degree (bachelor or master with experience), fluency in English, strong geostatistics and reporting, and familiarity with Vulcan and 3D modeling. Housing and benefits are offered, with a pay range of $105,000–$145,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related Mining Engineering with five (5) years of Resource Estimation experience, OR
• Master’s degree in Geology with three (3) years of Resource Estimation experience
• Ability to meet future qualification as a “Competent Person” for Mineral Resources reporting
• Knowledge of geology and mining principles and practices

Responsibilities

• Oversee geological evaluation and resource modeling estimation studies for mining projects
• Perform evaluation and analysis of the Model-Mine-Mill processes and reconciliation
• Assist with generation of 10K Ore Reserve statements for Senior Management review
• Communicate resource estimation information regularly to management about progress and solutions
• Train and develop staff in procedures to ensure accurate geological models and estimates
• Develop practical procedural manuals for geologic resource estimation for technical staff and clients
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Geology knowledge

Resource estimation

Geostatistics

Communication skills

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Mining Engineering

Master’s degree in Geology

Tools

Vulcan

3D modeling software

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan in Bagdad, Arizona is seeking a senior Geology leader to oversee geology and resource estimation efforts. You will coach personnel, provide technical analysis, and collaborate with management to optimize mining of resources.

The role requires a geology degree (bachelor or master with experience), fluency in English, strong geostatistics and reporting, and familiarity with Vulcan and 3D modeling. Housing and benefits are offered, with a pay range of $105,000–$145,000 per year.