Sr. Exploration Geologist - FIFO from Western

Summary

The Sr. Exploration Geologist position is an opportunity to take on a key role within a tight‑knotted team tasked with the exploration of the historical Keno Hill Silver District. Reporting directly to the Exploration Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of site exploration, including the management of staff, contractors and consultants, effective tracking and communication of progress and results, and the training and mentorship of junior staff to ensure the safe completion of Hecla’s objectives.

The Keno Hill mine is located within the Keno Hill Silver District in Canada’s Yukon Territory. Keno Hill is one of the highest‑grade silver districts in the world, situated 350 kilometres north of Whitehorse and lies within the traditional territory of the First Nation of Na‑Cho Nyak Dun. It covers 242 square kilometres (km2) with numerous mineral deposits and more than 35 historical past‑producing mine sites.

Keno Hill is expected to produce 2.7–3.1 million ounces of silver in 2025 as the mine ramps up production.

The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Keno Hill is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.

Ensure exploration team members are working safely and comply with requirements to prevent incidents and injuries: including hazard identification and reporting; use and maintenance of PPE; that personnel are appropriately trained. Amend or implement new safety measures as necessary. Communicate effectively with management and stakeholders. Maintain formal quarterly progress reporting, attend weekly update meetings and ensure that safety, environmental and other project issues are communicated quickly and clearly.

Work with the Exploration Manager and Senior Geologists to schedule and allocate departmental workload, ensure efficient workflows and the timely completion of exploration goals. Assist with contractor management to maximize drilling efficiency, recovery and ensure compliance with Hecla’s site safety and environmental requirements and permit/regulatory commitments. Provide leadership, mentoring and training to personnel; foster and develop the exploration team to safely and efficiently achieve all project objectives.

Review existing geological data and interpretations and develop a comprehensive knowledge of the property geology and exploration history. Assist in target generation and property‑wide prospect evaluation and ranking. Work with wide array of consultants to advance geological research studies and initiatives. Coordinate the collection, compilation, management, and interpretation of geological information from field geology programs including mapping, prospecting, geophysics, and drilling.

Collaborate with the wider Yukon exploration team and resource geology team from initial mineral potential assessment to resource generation and expansion including QA/QC implementation and reporting. Assist with annual budgeting tasks, track expenditure and progress to ensure programs are completed on time and within budget.

• Other duties may be assigned.
• You will help to promote a strong environmental culture, promoting and teaching environmentally friendly values and work practices.
• You will help to foster a strong safety culture, promoting and exemplifying safe work practices throughout the organization.
• You will be a part of a team you can rely on; a team that will have your back.

• Bachelor’s degree in geology with post‑graduate degree desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in exploration drilling programs.
• Experience supervising geological field and drilling campaigns and managing staff and contractors required to complete exploration objectives.
• 3D software experience (preferentially Leapfrog or Mineplan), GIS and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in developing geological models, with targeting and exploration experience.
• An excellent understanding of…