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NGM - Chief Hydrogeologist

Nevada Gold Mines
Elko, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/30/2026
Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people.

We are looking for a Chief Hydrogeologist to join our team. The successful candidate work with site and technical teams to ensure that the required hydrogeologic data is collected, compiled, analyzed, interpreted, and applied so that dewatering costs and timelines for operational requirements are communicated accurately to stakeholders and management.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret and analyze technical data pertaining to groundwater and surface water quantity and quality; climate data and drainage delineation; flood control; and water management and conservation
  • Compile planning and design analyses based on independent critical evaluations and make recommendations pertaining to hydrogeologic issues including dewatering, porewater depression, and excess mine water management
  • Prepare comprehensive reports regarding groundwater and surface water resources
  • Develop practical and novel water management plans and support implementation, monitoring and evaluation of performance
  • Undertake advanced technical hydrogeologic analysis, making strategic operational and closure recommendations
  • Work with site and technical teams to ensure that the required hydrogeologic data is collected, compiled, analyzed, interpreted, and applied so that dewatering costs and timelines for operational requirements are communicated accurately to stakeholders and management
  • Undertake reviews of modeling, mine design and dewatering plans from a hydrogeologic perspective, identifying potential risks and opportunities
  • Ensure on-going communication and cooperation with site operational and technical teams to optimize the dewatering and water management plans and activities
  • Manage the formulation and administration of supporting consultant contracts, which may include use of computer models to evaluate hydrogeologic technical details
  • Liaison with various stakeholders (Federal, State and Local) to develop and communicate monitoring results, modeling results and mitigation plans for any projected potential impacts
  • The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive

Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, mining or civil engineering (or similar) is required
  • Ten (10) years of experience in the mining industry is preferred.
  • Familiarity with water well systems, groundwater hydraulics, and aquifer testing is required
  • Knowledge of advanced principles and practices employed in hydrogeology and hydrology required
  • Knowledge of regulatory constraints related to water management activities preferred

What We Can Offer You

  • A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses, excellent benefits, paid time off (PTO), and stock purchase plans (where applicable)
  • Nevada Gold Mines has several major mining operations located across Northeastern Nevada – this offers many opportunities to learn and grow within your career at different mine sites, other technical disciplines, operations roles, or management.
  • Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Our Mission And Core Values

At Nevada Gold Mines, our Mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.

  • Zero Harm We value safety and health above all else, and we take personal responsibility and ownership as one team.
  • Responsible and Accountable We act as owners, challenge each other as peers, learn and build on successes.
  • Partnerships We foster genuine partnerships and deliver on our commitments
  • Build a Sustainable Legacy We earn our social license by being part of our host communities, managing the impact of our operations, and building a sustainable legacy
  • Results Driven We are results-driven through agile decision-making and disciplined execution
  • Fit for Purpose We keep it simple – delivering fit-for-purpose solutions
  • Be Honest, Transparent, and Act with Integrity We communicate directly, honestly, and transparently.

Operated by Barrick, Nevada Gold Mines is a Joint Venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%). With operating mines and projects in 18 countries, Barrick’s highly diversified workforce is equipped with world-class skills. We set the gold standard in sustainability by embedding environmental, social, and economic considerations into all our business decisions.

The company’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GOLD and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ABX. Learn more at www.barrick.com or follow us on LinkedIn .

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.

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