Senior Resource Geologist

Orla Mining • Elko, NV

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About The Position

The Senior Resource Geologist is responsible for mineral resource estimation, geological modeling, database and QA/QC management, and resource reporting to support exploration, project evaluation, feasibility studies, and mine planning, primarily for the South Railroad Project. The role provides technical leadership in resource geology, directs independent Qualified Person consultants, and ensures compliance with NI 43-101 and SK 1300 standards. Some modeling support may be required at the Castle Mountain and Mesquite mines in California.

The position may be remote, with regular site visits to the South Railroad property and California projects as needed. It can be based in Elko or Carlin, Nevada. South Railroad is an active mine site where personnel may be exposed to extreme desert weather, including high heat, cold temperatures, wind, dust, and occasional precipitation or flash flooding. Personnel must wear personal protective equipment while on the mine site.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in geology or a related field.
• 10 or more years of experience in geologic and resource modeling.
• Expertise in Leapfrog Geo or similar software for 3D geological and resource modeling.
• Competence in at least one geostatistical estimation platform for variography, estimation, and model validation.
• Strong understanding of geostatistics and estimation techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Close attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Professional designation to act as a Qualified Person.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update 3D geological domain models and resource block models using Leapfrog Geo and geostatistical estimating platforms, ensuring models are current, auditable, and meet feasibility standards.
• Direct the technical scope and review deliverables from independent Qualified Person consultants for mineral resource estimations in accordance with NI 43-101 and SK 1300 reporting standards.
• Work with exploration teams to develop geologic models, and with engineering and technical services teams to support resource conversion, growth, metallurgical and recovery forecasting, and mine planning.
• Provide resource model inputs for prefeasibility and feasibility studies, including resource classification through infill, conversion, growth, and condemnation drilling.
• Upload and validate new drillhole data, including collars, surveys, geology logs, and assays, and produce monthly QA/QC reports.
• Develop and implement resource reconciliation programs to track model performance against production and grade control data as the project advances with mining.
• Develop resource models for corporate mergers and acquisitions work and due diligence studies as needed.

What This Job Offers

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