Senior Exploration Geologist
Apply NowCompany: Coeur Mining Inc.
Location: Lovelock, NV 89419
Description:
We Pursue a Higher Standard
Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.
Coeur Rochester is an open pit, heap leach silver and gold operation. The Rochester mine has the company's distinct position as Coeur's largest expansion investment project in its 95-year history. The expansion project initiated commercial production in Q1 2024 and is currently in ramp-up, targeting a tripling of production rates from historical. Additionally, Rochester has the largest silver reserve asset in the United States.
Coeur Rochester has been an integral part of the local community for over 30 years and is committed to supporting its cultural heritage, educational programs, and health and wellness programs.
Coeur Rochester employs approximately 350 mine engineers, geologists, front-line operators, exploration, and business leaders. Coeur Rochester prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.
About the Job:
Rochester is looking for an enterprising Senior Geologist to compliment the Exploration Team. The role will report to the Exploration Manager and responsibilities include the implementation of exploration programs, the mentorship of geologists, as well as the compilation and analysis of various datasets. This site-based role is an excellent opportunity to join the Coeur organization and make a significant impact through innovation and discovery within our highly prospective land holdings.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Additional Information:
It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the "Company") to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.
Coeur Rochester is an open pit, heap leach silver and gold operation. The Rochester mine has the company's distinct position as Coeur's largest expansion investment project in its 95-year history. The expansion project initiated commercial production in Q1 2024 and is currently in ramp-up, targeting a tripling of production rates from historical. Additionally, Rochester has the largest silver reserve asset in the United States.
Coeur Rochester has been an integral part of the local community for over 30 years and is committed to supporting its cultural heritage, educational programs, and health and wellness programs.
Coeur Rochester employs approximately 350 mine engineers, geologists, front-line operators, exploration, and business leaders. Coeur Rochester prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.
About the Job:
Rochester is looking for an enterprising Senior Geologist to compliment the Exploration Team. The role will report to the Exploration Manager and responsibilities include the implementation of exploration programs, the mentorship of geologists, as well as the compilation and analysis of various datasets. This site-based role is an excellent opportunity to join the Coeur organization and make a significant impact through innovation and discovery within our highly prospective land holdings.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all activities of the Exploration Geology Department are consistent with all Environmental, Health and Safety policies and practices;
- Under the supervision of the Exploration Manager, execute exploration programs, including but not limited to, mapping, soil sampling, drill rig supervision, core logging, managing field logistics, collection of geological data, and evaluation of results on a daily basis in a safe and cost-effective manner;
- Participate in exploration program planning to ensure that programs are designed considering alternative options, costs, target rankings, and are in line with Life of Mine strategy;
- Be able to maintain compliance with relevant Mine Health and Safety Administration (MSHA) rules and regulations;
- Participate in reducing overall exploration costs through effective management, option analysis, minimizing delay times, control of consumables etc.;
- Ensure data capture is subjected to rigorous quality control;
- Develop regional and deposit-scale geological models as exploration progresses (lithology, structure, alteration, and mineralization);
- Ensure exploration targets are reviewed / updated, ranked and staged programs defined, scheduled and costs accounted for;
- Ensure drilling programs are executed in a safe manner. Communicate progress and results to management in a timely fashion;
- Ensure lithological and structure wireframes / models are continually updated with new data;
- Ensure optimal drilling schedule is adhered to and deliver priority targets in timely manner to deliver datasets for Mineral Resource updates. The incumbent will also be required to evaluate sections maps and plans for the drill programs;
- Ensure a high degree of interaction with other leaders (removing silos between teams);
- Be proactive in approaching and building teamwork with Department Team Members;
- Assist the Exploration Manager with all reporting requirements to government and other stakeholders to be concise, effective & delivered on schedule;
- Always "Pursue a higher Standard".
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- A bachelor's degree in Geology; however, a post-graduate degree, specializing in exploration or mineral deposits would be advantageous;
- Minimum 7-10 years experience in mineral exploration. Previous experience in the Great Basin Province is desirable;
- Experience developing geological models at both the deposit- and regional-belt scales;
- Ability to draft and interpret cross sections and level plans, and experience in using these to constrain 3D geologic models;
- Experience in the fundamentals of exploration: mapping (field and pit), litho sampling, soil sampling, drilling and logging (RC / DDH);
- Solid knowledge and expertise in exploring for precious metal deposits with an emphasis on Au-Ag Epithermal deposits in volcanic rocks;
- An excellent understanding of geological settings, deposit models, and ore-forming processes as it pertains to the latest concepts of gold/silver depositional environments;
- A demonstrated commitment to safety, environment, and community;
- Good hands-on experience in the design and management of soil geochemistry and drilling programs;
- Geological/geochemical/geophysical interpretative and integration skills with regional-scale target generation experience;
- Open to receiving mentorship and learning new concepts and methods to increase skillset and grow as a geologist;
- Shown to be self-motivated, possesses leadership abilities with a passion for exploration, and a desire to make an impact in the industry;
- Competence in Leapfrog, ArcGIS, ioGas, acQuire, and other related software platform.
Additional Information:
- Relocation available
- Full benefits on day 1 (medical, vision, dental, employee assistance program, Teladoc service)
- 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match to 401k or Roth, immediate vesting
- Flexible schedule
- Bus service from Lovelock and Winnemucca
- Travel pay for those outside of bussing service
It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the "Company") to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.