What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource Development Geologist, Sr. position at SSR Mining Inc.?
Who Are We?
SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with five producing assets located in the USA, Turkey, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada.
SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!
Job Description
The Resource Development Geologist is a salaried, exempt position and typically works a four-day workweek on-site. This position will primarily be accountable for supporting and completion of geology project work. Geologic support of cross functional projects geo metallurgy, geotechnical and environmental. Implementation of new technology or enhancements to support geology teams. This position will assist with the completion of daily, month-end, annual, and other departmental production reports. Assist with project planning and budgeting.
Day To Day
SSR Mining does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to SSR Mining in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where SSR Mining has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of SSR Mining and SSR Mining will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with five producing assets located in the USA, Turkey, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada.
SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!
Job Description
The Resource Development Geologist is a salaried, exempt position and typically works a four-day workweek on-site. This position will primarily be accountable for supporting and completion of geology project work. Geologic support of cross functional projects geo metallurgy, geotechnical and environmental. Implementation of new technology or enhancements to support geology teams. This position will assist with the completion of daily, month-end, annual, and other departmental production reports. Assist with project planning and budgeting.
Day To Day
- Develop and execute study programs to define and develop the resources within the Cripple Creek District.
- Contribute to Strategic planning and budgeting for resource development projects.
- Use Leapfrog 3D modeling software to design drilling programs for resource conversion, geotechnical and geo-metallurgical studies.
- Oversight Logging for RC and core samples validate logging and check for consistency.
- Communicate logging findings, concerns, or potential inconsistencies with the resource modeling team for resolution or investigation.
- Assist with pit and outcrop mapping and data analysis for both geological modeling and interpretation and mineral evaluation.
- The position is responsible for generating maps and cross sections in a timely and accurate manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Requires a university degree (BSc Hons or MSc) in Geological Engineering or Geosciences
- 5-10 years of experience in open-pit hard rock mining or in an exploration environment preferred. Candidates with more experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated ability and experience using GIS and leapfrog mine modeling software; MineSight, Vulcan & ioGas programs are helpful.
- Knowledge of the principles and methods used in an open-pit mining operation.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with various individuals, crews, departments, and organizational levels.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex or diverse information.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Effectively identifies and manages relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to assess risk in relation to occupational hazards and apply appropriate precautions and safeguards demonstrating a high level of safety leadership.
- Environment: This role involves working in both office and field environments, including outdoor work at mine sites with exposure to dust, noise, and varying weather conditions.
- Location: The Cripple Creek & Victor (CC&V) Mine site is located at elevations ranging from approximately 9,400 ft. to 10,600 ft. above sea level.
- Physical Demands: The role may require walking on uneven terrain
SSR Mining does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to SSR Mining in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where SSR Mining has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of SSR Mining and SSR Mining will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.