Senior Exploration Geologist, Springer Site

Blue Moon Metals•Winnemucca, NV

48d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Exploration Manager, US, this position is site-based at the Springer Mine & Mill located near Winnemucca, Nevada, USA. The Senior Exploration Geologist is a technical role responsible for the implementation and management of effective processes related to Blue Moon Metals near-mine, district, and regional exploration activities in Nevada, USA. The position will routinely travel to Blue Moon Metals tenements to complete field work, prospect assessments, supervise contractors and liaise with a variety of stakeholders involved in, supporting, and impacted by exploration programs. The position is essential in leading, guiding, and developing Exploration and Junior Geologist staff in day-to-day exploration, as well as project tasks. The role is responsible for geological interpretation, 3D modelling, new resource opportunities and support of resource estimation processes.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Geology or related tertiary qualification from a recognized post-secondary institution
Eligibility to work in the United States without the requirement for employer sponsorship now or at a future date
Broad and varied experience in the geological field, including supervisory responsibilities
Advanced use of various company & departmental systems
Computer skills, i.e. proficient knowledge and constant self-improvement of all aspects of geological and reporting software is required.
Relevant field geology, technical and academic experience
Relevant people management experience
Knowledge of the local exploration and mining regulations
Good time management and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Masters of Science in Mineral Exploration is desirable

Responsibilities

Participates in planning, supervision, execution, interpretation, and modelling of underground and surface near mine, district and regional exploration projects.
Advances the understanding of mine, near-mine, district and regional geology as a key part of the process of new orebody discovery, development of mineral resources, and mining of ore reserves.
Within the Exploration team the role is a technical specialist in geological interpretation, 3D modelling, GIS and mineralization visualization.
Participates in setting and enforcing the technical guidelines and standards as applied within the Exploration Department, and managing the geological, technical and digital resources available to the Exploration team.
Promotes and enforces Blue Moon Metals cultural, safety, environment policies and guidelines.
Ensures all work is completed and reported in compliance with all applicable US legislative requirements and Blue Moon Metals tenement conditions.
Assists in developing and maintaining an understanding of the geological controls on mineralization.
Assists in generating exploration strategies, models, and targets inclusive but not restricted to known styles of mineralization.
Contributes to the design and implementation of near-mine, district, and regional exploratory programs, from surface and underground to test and define mineralization potential.
Reports on exploration activities and programs.
Completes exploration activities compliant with Blue Moon Metals and government requirements.
Assists in translating geological data into readily accessible, up-to-date GIS format (spatial data), in an auditable digital data filing structure.
Ensures all drilling data is interpreted during the drilling process and geological models are constructed using 3D mine planning software.
Assists in defining the resource potential of exploration prospects and identifying resource expansion opportunities.
Assists in advancing projects through to feasibility stage where resource and reserve potential exists.
Assist the design, preparation and implementation of proposals, cost estimates and capital expenditure requests for exploration drilling programs.
Undertakes structural, lithological, geotechnical, metallurgical, hydrogeological and mineralization characterization projects required to understand the distribution of mineralization and ensure the conversion of resources to reserves.
Contributes to the Life of Mine Plan (LOM), desktop and feasibility studies.
Complete other duties as required by the Exploration Manager.
Responsible for uncontaminated samples being collected in compliance with NI 43-101 best practices.
Implements appropriate sample and assay quality control measures.
Investigates, corrects and documents any problems arising from sampling.
Participates in audits of sample collection, dispatch, assaying and data interpretation.
Carries out duties diligently, with highest regard for their safety, the safety of others, environment and community members.
Complies with relevant policy, procedure, guidelines, and standards, as well as national and international acts, regulations and guidelines related to health, safety, environment and community relations.
As a supervisor, have the responsibility of ensuring satisfactory work performance, as well as compliance of staff with safety, health and environmental best practice.
Leads the daily management function of Exploration and Junior Geologists to achieve best practice.
Ensures the accurate capture of all information related to drilling, field sampling and mapping.
Ensures compliance with procedures and quality of work.
Schedules and ensures geological staff conduct regular drill rig inspections to assess the quality of data being captured, sampling practices and outcomes.
Promotes and supervises the implementation of effective and efficient field technologies.
Other tasks as required
Assist with constant improvements of the Company’s safety systems
Achieve zero LTI’s
Control and monitor monthly absenteeism
Complete as a minimum the planned exploration programs drilling for each financial year
Maintain daily/weekly/monthly quality control and exploration deliverable targets
Assist with preparation of weekly and monthly report by the due date
Participate actively in staff development and training
100% accuracy in reporting for department costs and budgets.