The successful candidate will provide enterprise expertise in mine geology to improve understanding of orebody exposure, structural controls, and grade variability, strengthening reconciliation ...
The successful candidate will provide enterprise expertise in mine geology to improve understanding of orebody exposure, structural controls, and grade variability, strengthening reconciliation ...
The successful candidate will provide enterprise expertise in mine geology to improve understanding of orebody exposure, structural controls, and grade variability, strengthening reconciliation ...
The successful candidate will provide enterprise expertise in mine geology to improve understanding of orebody exposure, structural controls, and grade variability, strengthening reconciliation ...
Mine Geologist
Sahuarita, AZ · On-site
Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related discipline * 2+ years of open pit mine geology experience, preferably in porphyry copper systems * Working knowledge of ore control methods and field ...
Mine Geologist
Sahuarita, AZ · On-site
Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related discipline * 2+ years of open pit mine geology experience, preferably in porphyry copper systems * Working knowledge of ore control methods and field ...
Senior Mine Geologist
Eureka, NV · On-site
$120K/yr
Oversee Mine Geology Contractors. * Supervise and mentor lower leveled geologists. * Provide guidance on ore boundaries and ore/waste delineation to support mining operations. Ore Control and ...
Senior Mine Geologist
Eureka, NV · On-site
$120K/yr
Oversee Mine Geology Contractors. * Supervise and mentor lower leveled geologists. * Provide guidance on ore boundaries and ore/waste delineation to support mining operations. Ore Control and ...
Senior Mine Geologist
Eureka, NV · On-site
Working closely with Mine Engineering, Process Operations, and the Geology team, the Senior Mine Geologist ensures that geological data is accurately interpreted and integrated into mine plans to ...
Senior Mine Geologist
Eureka, NV · On-site
Working closely with Mine Engineering, Process Operations, and the Geology team, the Senior Mine Geologist ensures that geological data is accurately interpreted and integrated into mine plans to ...
Geologist - Mine
Delta Junction, AK · On-site
$100K - $110K/yr
The Mine Geologist reports to the Senior Mine Geologist, and the primary role is to collect primary ... Underground Production Geology Responsibilities * Plan and prepare for each shift to ensure that ...
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Geologist - Mine
Delta Junction, AK · On-site
$100K - $110K/yr
The Mine Geologist reports to the Senior Mine Geologist, and the primary role is to collect primary ... Underground Production Geology Responsibilities * Plan and prepare for each shift to ensure that ...
As the project advances through FS and underground access enables first production, this role will establish and lead underground mine geology functions, including defining and managing geology KPIs ...
As the project advances through FS and underground access enables first production, this role will establish and lead underground mine geology functions, including defining and managing geology KPIs ...
As the project advances through FS and underground access enables first production, this role will establish and lead underground mine geology functions, including defining and managing geology KPIs ...
As the project advances through FS and underground access enables first production, this role will establish and lead underground mine geology functions, including defining and managing geology KPIs ...
Technical Expert - Geology Modeler
Columbus, MT · On-site
$115K - $120K/yr
Short-term mine planning * Ore/waste discrimination * Maximizing ore recovery and minimizing dilution and deletion * Work closely with mine geologists and engineers to reconcile planned vs. actual ...
Technical Expert - Geology Modeler
Columbus, MT · On-site
$115K - $120K/yr
Short-term mine planning * Ore/waste discrimination * Maximizing ore recovery and minimizing dilution and deletion * Work closely with mine geologists and engineers to reconcile planned vs. actual ...
Technical Expert - Geology Modeler
Columbus, MT · On-site
$115K - $120K/yr
Work closely with mine geologists and engineers to reconcile planned vs. actual development and production outcomes. * Integrate drilling, mapping, and production reconciliation results to ...
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Technical Expert - Geology Modeler
Columbus, MT · On-site
$115K - $120K/yr
Work closely with mine geologists and engineers to reconcile planned vs. actual development and production outcomes. * Integrate drilling, mapping, and production reconciliation results to ...
Shortterm mine planning * Ore/waste discrimination * Maximizing ore recovery and minimizing dilution and deletion * Work closely with mine geologists and engineers to reconcile planned vs. actual ...
Shortterm mine planning * Ore/waste discrimination * Maximizing ore recovery and minimizing dilution and deletion * Work closely with mine geologists and engineers to reconcile planned vs. actual ...
This position is tasked with mine geology, ore control, and executing drill programs activities to derisk the mine plan, expanding current reserve and resource, identifying new and economically ...
This position is tasked with mine geology, ore control, and executing drill programs activities to derisk the mine plan, expanding current reserve and resource, identifying new and economically ...
Chief Geologist
Sahuarita, AZ · On-site
Lead and supervise the Mine Geology and Ore Control teams (geologists, technicians, samplers); ensure contemporary training, competency, and an inclusive, high-performance culture * Oversee daily ...
Chief Geologist
Sahuarita, AZ · On-site
Lead and supervise the Mine Geology and Ore Control teams (geologists, technicians, samplers); ensure contemporary training, competency, and an inclusive, high-performance culture * Oversee daily ...
This role provides the base data and interpretations used in the geology and technical services departments to increase mine safety and efficiency. Essential Functions * Work directly with mining ...
This role provides the base data and interpretations used in the geology and technical services departments to increase mine safety and efficiency. Essential Functions * Work directly with mining ...
This position is tasked with mine geology, ore control, and executing drill programs activities to derisk the mine plan, expanding current reserve and resource, identifying new and economically ...
This position is tasked with mine geology, ore control, and executing drill programs activities to derisk the mine plan, expanding current reserve and resource, identifying new and economically ...
Mine Geologist
Republic, WA · On-site
This role provides the base data and interpretations used in the geology and technical services departments to increase mine safety and efficiency. Essential Functions * Work directly with mining ...
Mine Geologist
Republic, WA · On-site
This role provides the base data and interpretations used in the geology and technical services departments to increase mine safety and efficiency. Essential Functions * Work directly with mining ...
Graduate Mine Geologist
Fairbanks, AK · On-site
Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security. * Excellent remuneration package ... Work to understand the geology of the Pogo Property and department activities/goals. * Obtain and ...
Graduate Mine Geologist
Fairbanks, AK · On-site
Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security. * Excellent remuneration package ... Work to understand the geology of the Pogo Property and department activities/goals. * Obtain and ...
Lead Resource Geologist
Houston, TX · On-site
$140K - $175K/yr
Define and apply domain-based modeling approaches and geostatistical methods appropriate for Ni and Cu deposit types Resource Development & Mine Geology Support * Provide geological inputs to mine ...
Lead Resource Geologist
Houston, TX · On-site
$140K - $175K/yr
Define and apply domain-based modeling approaches and geostatistical methods appropriate for Ni and Cu deposit types Resource Development & Mine Geology Support * Provide geological inputs to mine ...
Senior Mine Geologist
Republic, WA · On-site
Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to geology team members, fostering capability ...
Senior Mine Geologist
Republic, WA · On-site
Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to geology team members, fostering capability ...
Ensure that the Geology/Mineral resource team and contractors are in adherence with state and ... Management and development of all in-mine, near-mine and green fields drilling programs, including ...
Ensure that the Geology/Mineral resource team and contractors are in adherence with state and ... Management and development of all in-mine, near-mine and green fields drilling programs, including ...
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| Primary Focus | Studying mineral deposits, mapping, and resource estimation | Designing, planning, and managing mining operations |
| Required Credentials | Geology degree, often with certifications in mineral exploration | Mining engineering degree, with professional engineering licenses |
| Work Environment | Fieldwork, exploration sites, laboratories | Mine sites, planning offices, project management |
| Industry Usage | Exploration companies, resource estimation firms | Mining companies, operations management |
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 19 days ago
Barrick Gold rating
7.8
Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
10th of 31 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!
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Principal Mine Geology to join our team. The successful candidate will provide enterprise expertise in mine geology to improve understanding of orebody exposure, structural controls, and grade variability, strengthening reconciliation between geological models and mining performance.
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:
Provide technical leadership in mine geology practices across underground and open pit operations, establishing and maintaining best-practice standards, promoting consistency across assets, and actively participating in independent peer reviews.
Lead and mentor Mine Geology leadership and SMEs, fostering collaboration across site geology teams and supporting knowledge sharing, coaching, and the transfer of key operational learnings related to orebody behavior, structural complexity, and grade variability.
Own and continuously improve Model to Mine to Mill reconciliation systems, standards, and data tracking, ensuring accurate data flow from mine to mill, evaluating reconciliation between models and production, and driving a strong feedback loop to improve performance across the mining geology value chain.
Collaborate cross-functionally with mining engineers, metallurgists, and other stakeholders to ensure integration across geology, metallurgy, mine planning, and exploration, optimizing resource extraction strategies and supporting aligned decision-making.
Analyze geological observations from mining to refine orebody interpretation, improve understanding of orebody geometry, structural controls, and mineralization continuity, and support operations in interpreting variability observed during production.
Identify and provide expertise on geological factors impacting mining performance, including grade variability, dilution, ore loss, and structural features (faults, folds, breccias), ensuring these insights are incorporated into geological models and mine planning.
Support and enhance grade control strategies, including evaluation of drilling approaches, interpretation workflows, and guidance to improve mining selectivity and ore/waste discrimination.
Partner with geological modeling specialists to ensure models reflect mining observations, improving domaining, structural interpretation, and continuity assumptions, and ensuring insights inform resource models and future drilling strategies.
Support continuous improvement of mine geology workflows, data collection practices, and technical approaches, while providing expert guidance on complex geological challenges and participating in technical reviews where geology impacts resource confidence or mine planning.
Escalate material geological matters to the Director, Geology, as appropriate.
Preform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field; or Bachelor of Science degree with equivalent experience required
Over eight (8) years' experience in mine geology or exploration providing expert competence required
- Familiarity with Leapfrog, Deswik, Vulcan, and Acquire software preferred
- Proven ability to communicate optimally; both verbally and in writing required
- Team leader with the ability to work collaboratively within a coordinated and agile multidisciplinary team, regardless of reporting structure required
- Ability to work with minimum supervision required
- Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
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 industry colleagues.
- Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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