Senior Geologist

Freeport-McMoRan•Leadville, CO

3d•$105,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, complete logging of drill samples, conduct geologic mapping and complete resource block models. Provide technical expertise, guidance and leadership in geological exploration and resource modeling.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related scientific discipline and five (5) years of experience in Geology or related scientific field, OR Master's degree in Geology and three (3) years experience in Geology or related scientific field
Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
Work is in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 60 pounds) during the course of the workday
Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, or manufacturing plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug-alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

None

Responsibilities

Perform logging of core and reverse circulation drill cuttings and peer review evaluation of Geologist I and II logging quality
Supervise and direct drilling, road construction and drill sample preparation by contractors
Integrate and interpret all geological data (e.g. rock type, alteration, structure), assay, and mineralogical data into geologic maps and internally consistent cross sections and level plans
Provide coaching and mentoring to Geologist I and II to develop their skills
Supervise a team of Geologists in the completion of computerized resource block models that meet corporate modeling standards
Maintain current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local regulations
Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations
Prepare and update drill hole database, maps of deposits and other exploration records
Work with Metallurgists in providing samples for processing testing and evaluation and in the development of ore types
Perform surface and underground geologic mapping
Assist in the formulation of short-range plans and budget preparation for geological exploration and evaluation at assigned site
Performs other duties as required