Senior/Principal Geologist

Nacco Natural Resources Corporation; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Remote work assistance

Job summary

Nacco Natural Resources Corporation is seeking a senior geologist to organize and interpret geologic data, develop stratified models, and oversee drilling programs for mining operations and marketing initiatives. The role includes preparing Mineral Resource and Reserve disclosures for regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities include data QA/QC, model construction/validation, drilling program leadership, and producing technical reports and permit documents.

Qualifications

• Minimum four-year degree in Geology or related discipline.
• Professional Registration through ASBOG examination or similar accreditation.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drill hole logs to determine thickness, depth and volume of geologic units.
• QA/QC large geologic data sets for input into geologic models.
• Construct and validate geologic models using Vulcan, Origin or similar software.
• Plan, organize and conduct drilling programs to support mining operations and marketing activities.
• Prepare Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve disclosures for regulatory bodies.
• Lead drilling programs, supervise crews and coordinate sample shipments to labs.
• Prepare maps, cross-sections, and text for technical reports and permit applications.
• Present geologic information to management and external stakeholders.

Skills

Geostatistical modeling

Excel

Word

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

SQL

Communication

NI 43-101

Quality data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related discipline

ASBOG professional registration

10 years of relevant experience

Tools

Vulcan

Origin

Job description

Job Description

The senior geologist will be responsible for organizing and interpreting geologic data as needed to develop stratified gridded and block geologic models and reports. This position will plan, organize and oversee drilling programs to support marketing initiatives and mining operations as needed. The senior geologist will also prepare Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve Disclosures for various regulatory organizations.

Essential Duties

• Interpret drill hole geophysical logs, lithological logs and assays to determine the thickness, depth and/or volume of various geologic units
• Organize and QA/QC large quantities of geologic data to prepare input files for geologic computer models
• Construct and validate geologic computer models using Vulcan, Origin or similar software
• Plan, organize and conduct drilling programs to support marketing activities and mining operations as needed, including:
  • Determining the number, type and location of drill holes and core holes needed to meet an objective
  • Planning and estimating cost
  • Preparing requests for proposal for various drilling program contractors, evaluating contractor bids, making selection recommendations, and preparing contractor contracts
• Leading the drilling program, including:
  • Supervising drilling crews and geophysical logging crews
  • Preparing drill hole cuttings and core lithological descriptions
  • Packaging and arranging core sample shipments to the laboratory for analysis
• Preparing maps, cross-sections, resource and reserve estimates and text for various technical reports and mine permit applications

Other Duties

• Presenting geologic information to company management and outside parties
• Investigating geologic problems and requests for information as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of geostatistical principals and geostatistical modeling is required
• Competent in basic aspects of Excel spreadsheet software is required
• Knowledge of Word, AutoCAD, ArcGIS and SQL database management is desired
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required to work with other geologists, mining engineers, marketing personnel, company management, contractors and other personnel from outside the company
• Previous experience modeling in varied commodities and geological settings is preferred
• Ability to serve as a Qualified Person as defined by SK-1300 and NI 43-101 regulations

Education, Training, and Experience

• Minimum four-year degree in Geology or related discipline or equivalent experience
• Professional Registration through ASBOG examination or similar industry recognized accreditation organization
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required

Relocation or Remote Work

• Assistance with relocation or remote work is available.

Analysis of Physical Demands of Position

• Intermittent: lifting and carrying up to 70 lbs.; climbing and balancing; kneeling; stooping and crouching; depth perception; color vision.
• Occasionally: standing and walking; pushing and pulling up to 30 lbs.; reaching.
• Frequently: grasping; speaking and hearing; repetitive motion.
• Continually: sitting; tabulating; seeing.

Working Conditions

Requires some travel by automobile and/or commercial airlines within the U.S. and internationally. Field work activities are sometimes conducted in extreme weather. Assistance with relocation or remote work is available.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.