Fourmile - Sr. Geologist

Position Description

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Geologist to join our Fourmile Project team. The successful candidate will lead a team of geologists responsible for growing our Mineral Resource base, achieving resource conversion targeted, building & integrating ore body knowledge in the PFS and PEA studies by ensuring accurate data collection including logging, sampling, geologic section interpretation, development of routing strategies and tracking of material underground, in addition to supporting 3D geologic modeling and designing and executing infill, growth and exploration drill programs.

At Barrick, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. 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.

• Drive zero harm workplace through visible felt leadership, stop work authority, and other safety programs in place.
• Supervise, mentor, and coach geologists. Ensure development plans are established and maintained for all direct reports.
• Build and maintain collaborative internal relationships with key departments including Engineering, Operations, Process, Environment, Growth, Exploration, Safety and Finance).
• Own & execute infill, growth and exploration drill programs to grow our Mineral Resource base and resource conversion targets in line with business objectives.
• Build ore body knowledge into 3D geologic models by integrating critical observations into section interpretations with a focus on geologically representatve estimation & geometallurgical domains.
• Own training & development plans of team members with an emphasis on executing drill plans with dynamic geologic control, appropriately scaled core logging, sampling, & geologic interpretations. Drive best practices ensuring their compliance across the team.
• Monitor QA/QC practices and procedures ensuring compliance to company sampling protocols and standards. Identify opportunities for improvements. Supervise training of staff members and review SOP's.
• Engage with the resource team to ensure accurate, fit for purpose mineral resource estimations are delivered, ensuring that all available data & ore body knowledge is leveraged to maximize value in every model.
• Supervise and authorize the design, preparation and implementation of proposals, cost estimates and expenditure requests for all drilling programs.
• Assist in creation of the MRM budget and ownership of tracking spend and variance explanations.
• Support and drive integration of orebody knowledge into all parts of the business.
• Provide input into the annual business plans, including their review for risk and seek strategic opportunities where possible.
• Monitor departmental KPI’s to ensure agreed work programs, drilling, cost, and ounce delivery targets are met.
• Identify areas for improvement and present solutions through active change management

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field required
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience with underground mine geology or exploration, preferred
• Experience with leading technical teams with strong interdepartmental communication skills preferred
• Experience building ore body knowledge & geologic domains preferred
• Familiarity with Leapfrog, Deswik, Vulcan, and Acquire software preferred
• Proven ability to communicate optimally; both verbally and in writing required
• Team leader with the ability to work collaboratively within a coordinated and agile multidisciplinary team, regardless of reporting structure required
• Ability to work with minimum supervision required
• Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time…