Senior Resource Geologist - Copper Project Leader

Faraday Copper Corp.; Arizona; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Faraday Copper Corp. seeks a Senior Mine Resource Geologist to lead resource geology in Arizona as we transition from exploration to development.

You will develop 3D geological models, direct QP consultants, and support NI 43-101 and SEC S-K reporting standards. You will integrate geometallurgical domains, support mine planning, mentor staff, and prepare technical reports for internal and external stakeholders as the project advances toward operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in mining geology.
• Professional designation (e.g., P.Geo, SME-RM, CPG) required or eligible.
• Proficiency in Leapfrog Geo for 3D geological and resource modeling, plus at least one geostatistical estimation platform.
• Experience with porphyry copper deposits and both open pit and underground mining.
• Experience designing and interpreting resource definition and infill drilling programs and integrating results into updated resource models.
• Proficiency in geological database management using acQuire or equivalent, with QA/QC workflows.
• Leadership and ability to mentor site staff.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update 3D geological domain models and resource block models using Leapfrog Geo and geostatistical estimation platforms; ensure models are current and auditable.
• Direct the technical scope and review deliverables of independent Qualified Person consultants for NI 43-101 and SEC S-K reporting.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to support resource classification and mine planning.
• Integrate geometallurgical domains into resource models to support process design and mine planning.
• Contribute resource model inputs to prefeasibility and feasibility study work; conduct data validation and QA/QC procedures.
• Collaborate with mine planning engineers to optimize designs and schedules.
• Develop and implement resource reconciliation programs to track model performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mine geologists and technicians.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Manage resource classification methodology including variogram modeling and validation.
• Develop resource models in support of corporate M&A due diligence and development studies.

Skills

Geology expertise

Resource estimation

Leadership

Mentoring

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Geostatistics

acQuire

Job description

Faraday Copper Corp. seeks a Senior Mine Resource Geologist to lead resource geology in Arizona as we transition from exploration to development.

You will develop 3D geological models, direct QP consultants, and support NI 43-101 and SEC S-K reporting standards. You will integrate geometallurgical domains, support mine planning, mentor staff, and prepare technical reports for internal and external stakeholders as the project advances toward operations.