Exploration Geologist, Springer Site

Please note: We are recruiting for two (2) Exploration Geologists.

Reporting to the Senior Geologist and ultimately reporting to the Exploration Manager, US, this position is site-based at the Springer Mine & Mill located near Winnemucca, Nevada, USA.

The 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Exploration

• Assist with discovery focused exploration on specific projects within the project through:

• Increased geological understanding of the project and wider region

• Developing good exploration targets with rigorous, but cost-effective testing and evaluation

• Design and implement a variety of field exploration programs

• Communicating results, observations and recommendations to management

• Development and mentoring of all direct reports

• Ensure all operations are conducted in a safe and environmentally sensitive manner with due regard to local community concerns

• Expected to fully participate in geological mapping, drill core or chip logging, surface sampling, drill program execution, in addition to any supervisory responsibilities

• Safety

• Demonstrate personal commitment in regard to safety and environmental and Social Responsibility practices.

• Ensure that agreed procedures, safeguards and controls are applied and used.

• Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in accordance with Company standards and procedures

• Ensure hazard management plans are observed.

• Keep statutory and internal reporting as required.

• Active participation to the Health & Safety system development

• People

• Supervise and review the work of direct reports and others and provide feedback to the Senior Geologist

• Overview, provide direction and act as a technical reference point and mentor for staff while ensuring work outputs are in line with exploration program.

• Be responsible for implementing and ongoing monitoring of performance and development review plans for all direct reports.

• Ensure personnel have the appropriate equipment, licenses, skills, induction and training to safely undertake their tasks.

• Encourage and facilitate effective and supportive communication between all team members and related department.

• Be an active team member of the exploration group and company as a whole but also be proactive in individual lateral and forward thinking.

• Cost

• Ensure all costs incurred remain within budget and identify cost savings opportunities.

• Plan, approve and monitor any expenditure under your authority.

• Key Performance Indicators

• Safety

• Assist with constant improvements of the Company’s safety systems

• Achieve zero LTI’s

• Production

• Complete as a minimum 5000m of exploration drilling for the 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

• Behavioral Competencies

• Possesses strong training and mentoring skills with the ability to develop an effective team

• Demonstrates strong conceptual skills, and be capable of developing lateral and practical solutions

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to respond to a changing work environment

• The ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time

• Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or related tertiary qualification from a recognized post-secondary institution

• Masters of Science in Mineral Exploration is desirable

• 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

• Role Challenges

• Aid in the discovery of additional high-grade, economic ore deposits through systematic exploration and lateral thinking

• Create and maintain harmony and efficiency within the geological team, and the Company as a whole

• Keeping pace with technological advancements in exploration

• Manage, execute and report on results from exploration programs and geological projects

• Work in collaboration with the Senior Geologist to gather and interpret critical geological, geochemical and geophysical datasets to identify the most prospective targets that have the potential to yield a significant ore discovery.

• Pay range and compensation package

• Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

• Equal Opportunity Statement

• We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.