Superintendent, Geology (Goldfield)

Centerra Gold

Goldfield (NV)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life Insurance, STD, LTD
401k with Company match
Annual Incentive Bonus and Long-term
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Professional development

Job summary

Centerra Gold is seeking a Superintendent, Geology for the Goldfield District Project in Goldfield, Nevada. You will lead the site geology team and ensure effective geological services to support safe, efficient open-pit mining and heap leach operations.

Reporting to Technical Services, you will guide ore/waste delineation, geological modelling, and reconciliation while collaborating with Mine Engineering and processing teams for ore recovery optimization.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related discipline.
  • P.Geo designation preferred or considered an asset.
  • 7–10+ years of progressive geology experience, open-pit mining.
  • Experience leading a geology team in a Superintendent or senior role.
  • Strong experience with grade control, ore control, modelling, and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop the site geology team including geologists and technicians.
  • Establish grade and ore control programs to support open-pit mining.
  • Oversee geological mapping, sampling, QA/QC, and data integrity.
  • Provide guidance to define ore/waste boundaries for mining and processing.
  • Manage short- and medium-term geological activities aligned with mine plans.
  • Support resource models, reconciliation, and optimization of ore recovery.

Skills

Geology
Leadership
Open-pit mining
Ore control
QA/QC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field
P.Geo designation preferred

Tools

Deswik
Vulcan
MineSight
acQuire

Job description

  • Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Goldfield District Project
  • Boost your career by joining an establishedorganization
  • Receive a competitive annual salary, plus excellent benefits
About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.

Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committedto the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations,promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct ofour employees, officers, and directors.

For more information, please see our website .

Aboutthe Goldfield District Project

Located on the Walker Lane trend in Esmeralda County, Nevada, about 30 miles south of Tonopah, the Goldfield District Project can be accessed via U.S. Highway 95 from Las Vegas or Reno. This project is an underexplored property in a prolific mining jurisdiction that provides substantial upside potential.

Goldfield is a conventional open-pit, heap leach project currently proceeding with development and construction after completing a technical study in August 2025. The project has an approximate mine life of 7-years and first production is expected by the end of 2028, adding to Centerra’s near-term gold production profile.

Goldfield District Projectpromotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

About the Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Superintendent, Geologyto join our team in Goldfield District Project in Goldfield, Nevada.

The Superintendent, Geology is responsible for leading the site geology team and ensuring the effective delivery of geological services supporting safe, efficient, and economically optimized open-pit mining and heap leach operations.

Reporting to the Manager, Technical Services, the Superintendent, Geology position provides leadership across ore control, grade control, geological interpretation, resource definition, mine-to-mill/heap leach reconciliation, geological modelling, and production support. The Superintendent works closely with the mining contractor, Engineering, Metallurgy, Processing, and Environmental teams to maximize ore recovery and ensure that material is mined, classified, and delivered to the appropriate processing destination.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead, coach, and develop the site geology team, including geologists, technicians, and other geological support personnel.
  • Establish and maintain effective grade control and ore control programs to support open-pit mining operations.
  • Oversee geological mapping, sampling, logging, interpretation, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programs.
  • Provide geological guidance to ensure ore and waste boundaries are accurately defined and communicated to the mining contractor and Mine Engineering.
  • Manage short- and medium-term geological activities in alignment with mine plans and production requirements.
  • Support the development, maintenance, and reconciliation of geological and resource models.
  • Lead the investigation and resolution of mine-to-model and mine-to-leach reconciliation variances, identifying opportunities to improve ore forecasting and recovery.
  • Work closely with Mine Engineering and the mining contractor to optimize ore and waste movement, dig limits, stockpiles, and ore routing.
  • Provide geological input into blast planning, dig planning, stockpile management, and material classification.
  • Support resource definition and exploration activities where required, including drilling programs, geological interpretation, and resource modelling.
  • Ensure geological data is collected, managed, validated, and maintained to a high standard.
  • Collaborate with Metallurgy and Processing teams to understand ore characteristics, leach performance, recovery, and variability across the orebody.
  • Provide geological support for heap leach pad planning, ore placement, material characterization, and metallurgical performance as required.
  • Monitor and communicate geological risks that may impact mine production, ore quality, recovery, or economic performance.
  • Develop and maintain geological procedures, standards, and controls consistent with industry best practices.
About You

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skillset and experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline required.
  • Professional designation such as P.Geo. or equivalent designation preferred and considered an asset.
  • 7-10+ years of progressive geology experience,preferably within open-pit mining operations.
  • Demonstrated experience in open-pit mining, preferably within a heap leach operation.
  • Previous experience leading a geology team in a Superintendent, Senior Geologist, or equivalent site leadership role.
  • Strong practical experience with grade control, ore control, geological modelling, resource evaluation, and reconciliation.
  • Experience with open-pit mining methods and the integration of geology with mine planning and production.
  • Understanding of gold orebody geology, mineralization controls, and factors affecting heap leach performance.
  • Experience working with geological modelling and mine geology software such as Deswik, Vulcan, MineSight, or equivalent.
  • Strong experience with geological databases (acQuire or similar systems).
  • Strong understanding of QA/QC, sampling protocols, database management, and geological data integrity.
About the Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Goldfield District Project operations team, you can look forward to a competitive annual salary based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life Insurance, STD, LTD
  • Company-sponsored 401k with Company match
  • Annual Incentive Bonus and Long-term Incentive Plan
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
  • Professional developmentwithin the organization

This is your chance tobe part ofan established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.

If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

PEOPLE FIRST

Respecting the rights of our people, developing and promoting our talent, and creating an inclusive work environment that recognizes the diversity and the unique experiences of our employees is fundamental to our People First mandate.

Centerra Gold puts People First in every region we operate, by committing to nurture an inclusive culture that respects, values, and celebrates the global power of all perspectives. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experience at all our sites, and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or national or ethnic origin. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

To learn more about the industry-leading financial, health, and wellbeing benefits of joining Centerra, please visit this website!

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