What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Geologist position at First Majestic Silver Corp-Jerritt Canyon Gold?
About Jerritt Canyon
The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.
The Opportunity
The Project Geologist will play a critical role in advancing geological understanding and resource development at the Jerritt Canyon district. This position is responsible for directing and managing drilling programs, from target definition through execution and interpretation, in support of resource growth, project de-risking, and long-term mine planning.
Working closely with exploration, technical services, and site operations teams, the Project Geologist will lead field-based programs, oversee drilling and field contractors, and ensure all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements. A strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and data quality is essential to success in this role.
Responsibilities
Education And Experience
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.
The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.
The Opportunity
The Project Geologist will play a critical role in advancing geological understanding and resource development at the Jerritt Canyon district. This position is responsible for directing and managing drilling programs, from target definition through execution and interpretation, in support of resource growth, project de-risking, and long-term mine planning.
Working closely with exploration, technical services, and site operations teams, the Project Geologist will lead field-based programs, oversee drilling and field contractors, and ensure all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements. A strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and data quality is essential to success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the development, refinement, and application of the geological and mineral system models to support resource definition.
- Participate in the planning and direction of the drilling programs.
- Ensure accurate and consistent geological logging, sampling, and spatial data collection for both surface and underground drilling programs.
- Direct and supervise drilling, field, and survey contractors to maintain a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.
- Design and execute surface and underground geological mapping and geochemical sampling programs, including regolith and outcrop mapping, rock chip, soil, and stream sediment sampling.
- Manage sample preparation and submission to assay laboratories; track, validate, and interpret assay results.
- Maintain high standards of QA/QC, ensuring geological, analytical, and spatial data are validated and incorporated into a robust exploration database.
- Extract, analyze, and visualize geological and assay data using industry-standard exploration and mining software to produce plans, sections, and technical reports.
- Synthesize geological, geochemical, geophysical, and drilling data to support exploration targeting and project decision-making.
- Contribute to weekly technical updates, interpretations, and deliverables, communicating results to internal stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement of drill program design, execution, and safety performance.
Education And Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Geology required
- 5 years of relevant experience in mineral exploration or mining, with demonstrated involvement in drilling programs.
- Prior work experience at a mining exploration operation is desired.
- Computer skills with Microsoft Office required
- Experience with Leapfrog, or similar geological modeling and GIS software, is desired.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.