Senior Underground Geology Lead - Grade Control & Resource Growth

Blue Moon Metals; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Moon Metals is seeking a Lead Geology Consultant at Apex Mine in St. George, Utah.

You will lead the underground Mine Geology function, ensuring grade control, data collection, production reconciliation, and technical support for safe, efficient operations. You will collaborate with Mine Planning, Operations, Engineering, Survey, Resource Geology, Exploration, and Project Development teams to optimize resource extraction and advance the company’s geological understanding and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications are considered an asset.
• 10+ years of progressive geological experience, preferably within underground mining environments.
• Experience in mine geology, grade control, geological modelling, production reconciliation, and resource development.
• Experience leading and developing geological teams in an operating mine environment.
• Strong understanding of applicable mining regulations, health and safety requirements, and industry best practices.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States now or in the future without the requirement for employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee underground Mine Geology to meet production and business objectives.
• Provide geological support to mine planning, operations, and project development.
• Monitor grade control and ore dilution, optimize extraction and reconciliation.
• Oversee underground geological mapping, structural interpretation, sampling, QA/QC, data collection.
• Develop and improve grade control, mapping, QA/QC programs.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for management.
• Support resource growth initiatives and due diligence activities.
• Coordinate drilling programs and manage contractors.
• Mentor geology team and promote safety.

Skills

Geology

Mine planning liaison

Grade control

Geological modelling

Data analysis

Leadership

QA/QC

Diamond drilling

Underground mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related

Tools

Geology software

Mining software

Job description

Blue Moon Metals is seeking a Lead Geology Consultant at Apex Mine in St. George, Utah.

You will lead the underground Mine Geology function, ensuring grade control, data collection, production reconciliation, and technical support for safe, efficient operations. You will collaborate with Mine Planning, Operations, Engineering, Survey, Resource Geology, Exploration, and Project Development teams to optimize resource extraction and advance the company’s geological understanding and growth.