Chief Geologist

Job description

Bald Mountain is an open-pit mine with a large estimated mineral resource in the largest private mining land package in the U.S. The mine is located in White Pine County, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world, along the southern extension of the prolific Carlin trend. Bald Mountain and the nearby Round Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations. Bald Mountain is an important contributor to the economy of northeastern Nevada and maintains a comprehensive environmental strategy including wildlife protection, habitat recovery and education. Job Summary: The Chief Geologist is responsible for providing leadership in Geology to technical service group, the mining department and mining contractors to ensure that the mine functions effectively and safely. To maintain and support procedures and work practices aimed at preventing accidents or injuries. Essential Functions: 1. Develop geotechnical design criteria to support safe and optimal mine operations. 2. Supervise Ore Control and Sampling to support mine planning, mine operations and projects. 3. Make recommendations on ground control performance to guarantee safe operation and to optimize ore deposit recovery. 4. Pro...