Contract Geologist Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

• Develop mine plans based on all available geological and geotechnical information to support long-range and short-range planning and production goals
• Provides guidance and counsel to the site Management and subordinates on equipment selection, capital and operating costs, manpower, safety practices, and either existing or proposed technical aspects of mine operation
• In collaboration with Management and subordinates prepare manpower, capital and equipment requirements to meet budgeting and forecast objectives
• Prepare and optimize Life-of-Mine (LOM) phase designs, sequencing and ore reserves to minimize strip ratio and maximize NPV
• Develop and manage mine waste stockpile designs within Corporate and regulatory guidelines
• Proficient use of Mine Engineering software packages to help perform and interpret results in an efficient and timely manner
• Mentors and trains new Engineers on how to perform Mine Engineering tasks using complex computer software
• Recommend courses of action specifically to improve safety, operational efficiency, overall production cost and protect the environment
• Develop and evaluate AFE's (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests
• Supports open pit planning activities, including the development of alternative mining plans, to maximize the value of the operations
• Evaluates and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
• Serves as Project Manager or technical expert, on large/complex site construction, expansion or modification projects
• May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams
• Performs other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining or Geological Engineering and five (5) years of related experience in Engineering or related field, OR
• Master's degree in Mining or Geological Engineering and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering or related field
• Hands-on experience within the last five (5) years using the principles and practices of Mine Engineering with at least two (2) typical mine functions (long or short-range planning, ore control, dispatch, Geomechanical control, project management or supervision)
• Knowledge of the principles, standards and practices of Mine Engineering
• Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw timely and valid conclusions
• Skilled in managing large/complex Engineering projects
• Able to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Work may be located at a mine site or work location on a permanent assignment, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the course of the workday
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws