Geologist - Project Resource

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Geologist - Project Resource

Full Time Professional Delta Junction, AK, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Northern Star Resources Limited (ASX: NST) is an Australian ASX 100 gold producer with three Tier-1 world-class projects located in highly prospective and low sovereign risk regions of Australia and North America. Northern Star is the largest Australian gold producer and among the top 10 gold miners globally. Northern Star continues to invest in building a strong asset base through strategic acquisitions and aggressive exploration to extend the mine lives across its world‑class operations and generate earning accretive value for its Shareholders through operational effectiveness.

• Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team
• Permanent position and extended mine‑life offering job security
• Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401(k) and paid leave
• Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their people

The Project Resource Geologist reports to the Senior Resource Geologist, and the primary role is to assist in the implementation and execution of geological tasks related to the operation of the Underground Mine. This position must make on the spot decisions with little consultation to more senior staff which can effect ongoing drilling or modelling activities. They are also responsible for the generation and timely delivery of high quality grade control and resource models.

As well as, complete tasks allocated by the Senior Resource Development Geologist, with some framework provided, but it will be up to the incumbent to devise a plan, carry out the task and deliver the results. The incumbent must be capable, highly motivated self‑starter.

• Dependent upon area of responsibility, tasks will be assigned by the Senior Resource Geologist or Alternate. These will relate to:
  • Generating Resource and Grade Control models.
  • Report writing.
  • QA/QC monitoring.
  • Core logging.
  • Project work as assigned.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the various software packages:
  • General Microsoft Office packages.
  • Vulcan and/or other 3D mining software. Deliver grade control and resource models with associated documentation.
• Deliver grade control and resource models with associated documentation. This includes interpretation, development of geology wireframes, ore body modelling, data management, estimation and comprehensive documentation of the processes.
• Liaise with drilling geologists and Senior Mine Geologist to ensure drilling and mapping is planned and scheduled in order to allow timely delivery of estimations to meet operational and Northern Star corporate reserve deadlines.
• Review project areas to identify resource extension opportunities and additional resources, assist drilling geologists with any additional drilling required.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with drill and blast staff and mine planning engineers to ensure that models are delivered to meet operational requirements.
• Prior to modelling, review relevant underground mapping and sampling for quality and provide feedback.
• Interpret and validate the geology and assay value results to guarantee integrity and reliability of the geological database.
• Active participation in all QA/QC programs including lab audits. Monitor and produce relevant reports on QA/QC performance of assay labs and other data sources to ensure accurate records are maintained for all resource evaluation activities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and statutory requirements in order to minimise Northern Star’s risk exposure and liabilities.
• Be a key member in the design and development of Standard Operating Procedures for resource development activities. Ensure accurate reporting of instructions, continuous improvement initiatives and delivery of results are readily available to all staff.
• Drive ongoing geological improvement by analysing…