Exploration Geologist

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.

The Exploration Geologist is a salaried, exempt position and typically works a four-day workweek on-site. Responsible for the production of mine site, geological mapping, and interpretation. This position will primarily be accountable for RC chip logging, core logging, and photographing chips/core and uploading to cloud-based storage. The position is responsible for generating maps and cross sections in a timely and accurate manner.

This position will assist with the completion of daily, month-end, annual, and other departmental production reports.

• Develop and execute drilling programs to discover, define, and develop the resources within Marigold’s tenement.
• Log RC and core samples and updated the geology models.
• Communicate logging findings, concerns, or potential inconsistencies with the resource modeling team for resolution or investigation.
• Use Leapfrog 3D modeling software to validate logging and check for consistency.
• Assist with pit and outcrop mapping and data analysis for both geological modeling and interpretation and mineral evaluation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 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.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (B.S) in Geology or Geologic engineering.
• 0-5 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 mine modeling software;
  Mine Sight & Leapfrog preferred. GIS and CAD programs are helpful.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.