The Superintendent, Resource Geology is a critical role leading and developing resource geology teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, fit-for-purpose resource models. The position aligns ...
The Superintendent, Resource Geology is a critical role leading and developing resource geology teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, fit-for-purpose resource models. The position aligns ...
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Geology Team Leader Provide technical and operational leadership to the site geology team, including geologists and technicians, with accountability for safety performance, development, and delivery ...
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Anchorage, AK · On-site
$31K - $43K/yr
Field Geology Coordinator Donlin Gold - Western Alaska Join One of the World's Largest Undeveloped Gold Deposits Donlin Gold is seeking a motivated, organized, and safety-focused Field Geology ...
Field Geology Coordinator
Anchorage, AK · On-site
$31K - $43K/yr
Field Geology Coordinator Donlin Gold - Western Alaska Join One of the World's Largest Undeveloped Gold Deposits Donlin Gold is seeking a motivated, organized, and safety-focused Field Geology ...
Manager of Engineering Geology
Reston, VA · On-site
This position is for a Manager of Engineering Geology who will provide enterprise-level technical leadership and management of engineering geology and hydrogeology activities across all Bechtel ...
Manager of Engineering Geology
Reston, VA · On-site
This position is for a Manager of Engineering Geology who will provide enterprise-level technical leadership and management of engineering geology and hydrogeology activities across all Bechtel ...
Lead and mentor a team of geologists and technicians, ensuring technical and professional development, focused on building a world-class team Ensure safety KPIs are defined and delivered by the ...
Lead and mentor a team of geologists and technicians, ensuring technical and professional development, focused on building a world-class team Ensure safety KPIs are defined and delivered by the ...
JOB PURPOSE Provide technical and operational leadership to the site geology team, including geologists and technicians, with accountability for safety performance, development, and delivery of high ...
JOB PURPOSE Provide technical and operational leadership to the site geology team, including geologists and technicians, with accountability for safety performance, development, and delivery of high ...
Superintendent, Resource & Mine Geology * Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development * Join a leading global company * Join our global leading business offering ...
Superintendent, Resource & Mine Geology * Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development * Join a leading global company * Join our global leading business offering ...
The Junior Engineer, Geology/Hydrogeology role is tasked with basic foundational work in the fields of geology and hydrogeology. This role principally involves carrying out routine tasks, solving ...
The Junior Engineer, Geology/Hydrogeology role is tasked with basic foundational work in the fields of geology and hydrogeology. This role principally involves carrying out routine tasks, solving ...
Geology PT Faculty (POOL)
Carrollton, GA · On-site
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Geology PT Faculty (POOL)
Carrollton, GA · On-site
Job Summary The Geology Program is seeking part-time, adjunct faculty to teach introductory geology lecture and laboratory courses for Geology majors and non-majors and or intermediate/advanced ...
Job Summary The Geology Specialist supports exploration and minex operations primarily at the Core Processing Facility and Logging Shed by coordinating drill core processing activities, sample ...
Job Summary The Geology Specialist supports exploration and minex operations primarily at the Core Processing Facility and Logging Shed by coordinating drill core processing activities, sample ...
Superintendent, Resource & Mine Geology * Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development * Join a leading global company * Join our global leading business offering ...
Superintendent, Resource & Mine Geology * Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development * Join a leading global company * Join our global leading business offering ...
Geology Instructor - (Temporary, Part-Time Pool)
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$2K - $3K/wk
Environmental Geology Lab * Historical Geology * Historical Geology Lab * Physical Geology * Physical Geology Lab * Oceanography * Oceanography Lab 2. Teach hybrid, online and/or multiple CCSF ...
Geology Instructor - (Temporary, Part-Time Pool)
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$2K - $3K/wk
Environmental Geology Lab * Historical Geology * Historical Geology Lab * Physical Geology * Physical Geology Lab * Oceanography * Oceanography Lab 2. Teach hybrid, online and/or multiple CCSF ...
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Lawrence, KS · On-site
Adhere to departmental, college, and university policies ,The Geology Department invites qualified scholars and professionals to apply for part-time to full-time positions for the instruction of face ...
Geology Instructor
Lawrence, KS · On-site
Adhere to departmental, college, and university policies ,The Geology Department invites qualified scholars and professionals to apply for part-time to full-time positions for the instruction of face ...
Job Summary The Geology Specialist supports exploration and minex operations primarily at the Core Processing Facility and Logging Shed by coordinating drill core processing activities, sample ...
Job Summary The Geology Specialist supports exploration and minex operations primarily at the Core Processing Facility and Logging Shed by coordinating drill core processing activities, sample ...
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Bellingham, WA · On-site
$1K - $2K/wk
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool Apply now ( Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Science & Engineering Position TitleGeology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool About the ...
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Bellingham, WA · On-site
$1K - $2K/wk
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool Apply now ( Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Science & Engineering Position TitleGeology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool About the ...
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Houston, TX · On-site
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The Junior Engineer, Geology/Hydrogeology role is tasked with basic foundational work in the fields of geology and hydrogeology. This role principally involves carrying out routine tasks, solving ...
The Junior Engineer, Geology/Hydrogeology role is tasked with basic foundational work in the fields of geology and hydrogeology. This role principally involves carrying out routine tasks, solving ...
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Bellingham, WA · On-site
$1K - $2K/wk
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Science & Engineering Position Title Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool About the University ...
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool
Bellingham, WA · On-site
$1K - $2K/wk
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Science & Engineering Position Title Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool About the University ...
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool
$1K - $2K/wk
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool Apply now Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Science & Engineering Position Title Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool About the ...
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool
$1K - $2K/wk
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool Apply now Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Science & Engineering Position Title Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool About the ...
Geology Specialist
Republic, WA · On-site
Job Summary The Geology Specialist supports exploration and minex operations primarily at the Core Processing Facility and Logging Shed by coordinating drill core processing activities, sample ...
Geology Specialist
Republic, WA · On-site
Job Summary The Geology Specialist supports exploration and minex operations primarily at the Core Processing Facility and Logging Shed by coordinating drill core processing activities, sample ...
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| Industry Usage | Mining, environmental consulting, oil & gas, academia | Oil & gas, mineral exploration, environmental studies |
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 29 days ago
Barrick Gold rating
7.8
Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
11th of 29 rated mining
Job description
Position Description:
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!
Barrick has an opening for a Superintendent, Resource Geology. The Superintendent, Resource Geology is a critical role leading and developing resource geology teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, fit-for-purpose resource models. The position aligns with Barrick's DNA, supporting safe and efficient mining operations.
At Barrick, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Responsibilities:
- Drive our Zero Harm culture and provide overall leadership and support of our DNA, utilizing every possible opportunity to demonstrate alignment.
- Own and ensure compliance to BGNA standards and guidelines for resource estimation.
- Own and ensure compliance to Resource Geology Role Responsibilities & Rolling Annual Outputs.
- Own timely delivery of resource models to agreed dates with stakeholders.
- Escalate material changes, risks or opportunities to the Manager, Resource Geology & Chief Geologist as you discover them.
- Own timely delivery of R&R Reporting and other documentation Outputs at the direction of the Lead, R&R Reporting and Chief Geologist.
- Own weekly cadence & key priorities meetings with District MRMs, plus other key stakeholders as required, including a summary report sent to MRM SLT.
- Ensure Resource Geologists are at their respective sites for 2-3 days per week on average, otherwise based at GQ Admin for central collaboration 1/3 of their time.
- Manage daily activities of resource geology teams and ensure timely organization of technical support and review liaising with BGNA Subject Matter Experts.
Other responsibilities as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in geology or equivalent required
- Master's degree or Post-Graduate education in geostatistics or equivalent preferred
- Extensive experience in resource geology and estimation, including managerial roles in mining geology and/or mineral exploration required
- Comprehensive knowledge in practical resource estimation, applied mining geology, 3D geological modeling domaining, as well as a strong geostatistical foundation required
- Demonstrated knowledge in 3D modelling, database, and other relevant mining software packages (e.g. Vulcan, Leapfrog, AcQuire, Excel) required
- Basic knowledge of mineral processing and extraction methods preferred
- Practical knowledge and/or experience in drilling, sampling and assaying methods as well as QAQC procedures as applied to drilling, sampling and assaying preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, technical and analytical skills required
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools required
- Experience in the exploration for and interpretation of Carlin-style and related structurally controlled gold deposits preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, effectively drive, plan, coordinate and complete projects in a timely manner required
- Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
- Ability to work within a team environment and excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required
- Ability to coach and mentor modelers with advanced geostatistics and champion best-practice resource workflows required
- Ability to be a Competent / Qualified person as defined by JORC and NI 43-101 standards preferred
What we can Offer You
- A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- Endless opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
- Access to a variety of career opportunities across Barrick locations
- Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted..
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Coal, metals and minerals mining
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Toronto, Ontario, CA