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NGM - Exploration Junior Geologist

Job in Elko, Elko County, Nevada, 89802, USA
Listing for: Society of Exploration Geophysicists
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-22
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Geology / Geoscience, Environmental Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Description

Are you interested in building a career where geology, data, and technology come together to support one of the world’s largest gold mining operations? Nevada Gold Mines has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Geologist to join our Geoinformation and Data team.

In this role, you will support exploration and geoscience teams by ensuring high-quality geoscientific data is captured, managed, analyzed, and made accessible across its full lifecycle. You will work with modern geoinformation platforms, geological databases, and GIS tools, contributing to data-driven decision‑making across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career professional who is curious, proactive, and eager to grow technical and analytical skills in a collaborative, high‑performing environment.

At NGM, 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. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company‑sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities
  • Support the design, maintenance, and continuous improvement of exploration and geoscience data platforms.
  • Manage, validate, and maintain geological and geospatial databases to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Develop and support tools, utilities, and workflows for data analysis, querying, and reporting.
  • Ensure interoperability and proper data exchange between geoscience and GIS platforms.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and support updates to geological databases and related systems.
  • Assist with data audits, quality control, and validation of historical and active exploration data.
  • Support the integration of third‑party applications and systems.
  • Analyze and manage geoscientific datasets to support exploration programs.
  • Administer and manage geoscientific information using GIS technologies, primarily ESRI‑based platforms.
  • Provide training and support to users involved in the entry, management, and use of geological data.
  • Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to data and digital initiatives across the business.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline required
  • Experience with GIS platforms, including configuration, administration, or customization preferred
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills required
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to learn quickly and work collaboratively across teams preferred
What We Can Offer You
  • A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company‑sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team.
  • Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
  • Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
  • Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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

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