Geologist Exploration Senior

Hecla Mining•Coeur d'Alene, ID

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Heclas NW U.S. Exploration is seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist to advance our exploration in the Silver Valley of North Idaho. Based in our Corporate Office in Coeur dAlene, this position represents a strategic role in leading Heclas exploration efforts in this world-class silver district. The Senior Exploration Geologist, with a strong background in applied structural geology, will focus on technical excellence with significant hands-on geologic involvement. The incumbent will work in a fast-paced, demanding and results-driven environment while developing and testing ranked exploration targets in pursuit of new resources.

Requirements

Knowledge and technical experience with exploration and mining operations and a broad understanding of the metals industry.
Strong understanding of precious and base metal vein deposits and related mineral system processes.
Able to integrate contemporary geologic methods with advanced technical approaches
Create detailed geologic maps (surface and UG), cross-sections and manage associated data and products.
Strong understanding of analytical techniques and methods.
Implement, monitor, and report on Quality Assurance and Quality Control programs for all sampling and analytical programs.
Develop workflows and data collection strategies to achieve objectives.
Field and drill supervision and guidance; guide team personnel and represent Company to contractors; review and advise work from others (as needed).
Proficient in Leapfrog Geo, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ioGAS, with experience in data management
Capable of advanced data analysis to investigate geologic, geochemical, and geophysical relationships that support exploration models and targets.
Ability to synthesis and integrate historical information, reports, and data into current exploration efforts.
Ability to communicate effectively to variety of audiences (verbal and written).
Work efficiently and manage time between projects, balance deadlines
Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology is required
Minimum 7 years experience in applicable precious or base metals exploration is required; 8-10+ years preferred.
Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
Ability to work in field (surface) and underground environments.
Effectively build relationships and trust within the exploration team, and with permitting agencies and contractors
Stress tolerance with ability to meet deadlines
High aptitude for focus on details
Operates with high degree of autonomy; self-motivated
Can work independently and within team(s)
Able to exercise discretion and discernment in business related matters and job-related decisions.

Nice To Haves

Advanced post-graduate geoscience degree (MSc or PhD) is preferred.
Direct experience with applied structural geology in exploration and with vein systems hosted in ductile, metamorphic terranes is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficient in Leapfrog Geo, ArcGIS Pro, and ioGAS softwares preferred.
Advanced understanding geologic and analytical data management.
Experience with field equipment such as portable XRF and light spectroscopy instruments considered valuable

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain practices that are consistent with Heclas Health, Safety and Environmental standards across all exploration activities.
Accountable for the integrity of all geologic work and interpretations.
Development of technically sound geologic models that underpin exploration activities.
Comprehensive data synthesis to identify and rank exploration targets.
Use advanced knowledge of mineral deposit characteristics and mineral system processes to generate models and design exploration programs.
Design and conduct exploration programs to delineate and test exploration targets.
Maintain current awareness of developing exploration techniques and recent advances in understanding in economic geology and mineral deposits.
Manage all aspects of project/program data from collection to reporting, including geological, geophysical, geochemical, samples/analytical/QAQC.
Create and maintain necessary media (maps, sections, etc.) to convey geologic and exploration information to stakeholders .
Provide mentorship and leadership of technical staff to foster a high-performing environment with high-quality results.
Produce written and visual summaries, updates, interpretations and reports.
Generate and support weekly, quarterly, and technical reports and memos.
Prepare and present presentations relevant to exploration activities and results .
Develop programs and budgets for exploration activities.
Ensure alignment of exploration goals with Heclas overall business objectives.
Generate and maintain fit-for-purpose geological and structural 3D models and interpretations.
Collect and use detailed structural geology data and observations to inform geologic models and exploration targeting.
Other duties as assigned.