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Senior Geologist

Coeur Mining - 4 Jobs
Vancouver, BC
Remote
Full-time
Executive
Posted 26 days ago Expires Soon!

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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 Silvertip is one of the highest-grade silver-zinc lead projects in the world. Coeur is focused on targeted exploration of Silvertip's large, highly prospective land page. Recent drilling results reinforce Silvertip's growing potential as an emerging tier-one asset for the Company.

Silvertip employs approximately 70 mining and exploration leaders at the camp-based site. Coeur Silvertip 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:

Under the direction of the Exploration Manager, as the Senior Geologist you will be responsible for executing 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.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in exploration program planning to ensure that programs are designed considering alternative options, costs, target rankings, and are in line with company's strategy.
  • 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.
  • Assist the Exploration Manager with all reporting requirements to government and other stakeholders to be concise, effective & delivered on schedule.

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 of relevant exploration experience through demonstrated progression to more senior roles that includes leading and building teams.
  • Previous experience with Carbonate Replacement Deposits 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 UG), litho sampling, soil sampling, diamond drill core logging.
  • An excellent understanding of geological settings, deposit models, and ore-forming processes as it pertains to the latest concepts of Carbonate Replacement Systems.
  • 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 MicroMine, Leapfrog, ArcGIS, ioGas, acQuire, and other related software platforms.
  • Registered or eligible for registration with APEGBC.
  • Valid driver's license.

Additional Information:

  • Willing to work a two week on/off schedule, working 12 hours per day at a remote camp.
  • Our current designated marshalling locations are Vancouver, Kelowna, Nanaimo, Calgary, Edmonton, Whitehorse, and Watson Lake.
  • The based salary range of this position is $130,000 to $140,000 based on skills and experiences.

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