Barrick - Principal Geology Data Systems & Analytics

Barrick Mining Corporation

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About The Position

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 Geology Data
Systems & Analytics to join our team.  The successful candidate will lead the
development of enterprise geological data systems and analytics to ensure robust
data architecture, standardized reporting systems, and high-quality datasets
including QAQC standards supporting Resource estimation and disclosure. 

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Information Technology or Engineering required
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ dedicated experience in the operation and management of geological and assay data and databases required
• Working experience, practical knowledge and ability to manage Acquire database software as well as SQL required
• Ability to program and design database scripts and queries in Acquire and SQL required
• Working experience and practical knowledge of ArcGIS required
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) required
• Practical experience and knowledge of the mining industry required
• Practical experience and knowledge of field sampling and laboratory processes required
• Practical experience and knowledge of QA/QC as applied to sampling and assay required

Nice To Haves

• Postgraduate certifications related to Information Technology or Data Management preferred
• Working knowledge and experience with Vulcan mining software preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead development and oversight of enterprise geological data architecture, ensuring robust structures for geological, assay, and spatial data across the portfolio, and implement digital platforms for transparency of data systems
• Promote standardized approaches to data storage, structure, and accessibility across operations.
• Ensure geological datasets supporting Resource and Reserve estimates are secure, traceable, and auditable.
• Develop and maintain standardized systems and workflows for Resource & Reserve reporting and geological data management.
• Support consistent data structures used for corporate reporting, disclosure, and technical reviews.
• Improve integration between geological databases, modeling platforms, and reporting systems.
• Establish and maintain standards for geological data quality, validation, and QA/QC practices.
• Ensure critical datasets supporting Resource estimation are verified, validated, and properly documented.
• Identify systemic data quality risks and work with operations to improve data reliability and integrity.
• Develop analytical tools and workflows to support geological analysis, resource evaluation, and technical decision-making.
• Promote the use of data analytics and visualization to improve geological insight and reporting transparency.
• Support advanced analysis of drilling data, resource model performance, and reconciliation trends.
• Identify and implement technologies that improve geological data management, analytics, and reporting efficiency.
• Evaluate emerging tools in data science, machine learning, and geological data platforms that enhance orebody understanding and resource workflows.
• Promote innovation in digital geological workflows and data integration across the portfolio.
• Support integration of geological data systems across operations to enable consistent reporting and portfolio-level analysis.
• Facilitate interoperability between drilling databases, geological modeling platforms, and corporate reporting systems.
• Improve visibility of geological and Resource data across the organization.
• Provide guidance to site teams on database structure, data management workflows, and QA/QC practices.
• Promote adoption of best practices in geological data management and analytics.
• Support capability development in data-driven geological workflows across the organization.
• Escalation of material data integrity matters to Director, Geology 
• Improvement in QA/QC compliance and validation of geological datasets across operations.
• Reduction in data errors, inconsistencies, or gaps in critical datasets used for Resource estimation.
• Demonstrated traceability and auditability of datasets supporting Resource & Reserve estimates and reporting. 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Benefits

• 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.
• Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal