Elko - Chief Drill Services

Position Description

Are you a drilling leader who is looking for career growth? Nevada Gold Mines' (NGM) Mineral Resource Management team has the perfect opportunity for you!

The Chief of Drill Services is a senior leadership role with enterprise-wide impact, responsible for the strategic oversight, governance, and performance of Nevada Gold Mines' contractor drilling fleet. This role ensures that all drilling programs-across exploration, resource definition, and mine operations-are planned and executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest technical and ethical standards.

As a key leader within NGM, you will drive contractor performance, technical excellence, and continuous improvement while championing health, safety, and environmental (HS&E) leadership. You will play a critical role in implementing and evolving the Barrick Global Drilling Standard, influencing how drilling is conducted across NGM and Barrick operations.

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!

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and enforce HS&E performance across all drilling activities, ensuring compliance with Barrick standards and contractor requirements

* Own drilling contractor management, including bid evaluation, scope development, contract execution, and performance oversight

* Provide technical governance of drilling programs to ensure safe, fit-for-purpose execution aligned with industry best practices

* Oversee Drilling Services teams, administrators, and contractors, promoting a strong safety culture and accountability

* Drive technical development within Geology and Drilling Services through coaching, training, and standardized drilling practices

* Coordinate drilling programs and rig movements across NGM and Barrick sites to ensure efficient, compliant delivery

* Maintain and support consistent application of the Barrick Global Drilling Standard across operations

* Lead stakeholder engagement with geologists, contractors, and site operations to plan programs, communicate risks, and resolve issues proactively

Qualifications

* High School Degree

* Minimum 15 years' relevant experience including mine drilling projects and commercial drill contracts

* Minimum five years' experience in a leadership role overseeing multiple contracts and/or drilling projects

* Strong understanding of commercial drilling contracts and bidding process

* Strong working knowledge of drilling practices, including but not limited to, DD, RC, and Sonic

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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