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Senior Mine Geologist, Nussir Site at Blue Moon Metals

Nussir Project Site, Hammerfest Region, Finnmark, NorwayFull-timeExplorationPosted 19 days ago

About the Role

<p>Please note the work schedule is Monday through Friday on site at Nussir.&nbsp; This is a residential position.</p> <p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p> <p>· Overseeing the underground Mine Geology function by planning and scheduling in-mine geological activities to ensure business plans are achieved safely.</p> <p>· Collaborate with mine planning team, with contractor’s production organization including mine foreman and surveyor to optimize resource extraction.</p> <p>· Closely monitor stope drawing and waste development to ensure economic cut-off grades are maintained.</p> <p>· Develop and implement systematic sampling methods to accurately determine ore grade and minimize dilution.</p> <p>· Manage and analyze production data, complete monthly production reconciliation, and reports for the management team.</p> <p>· Control and support diamond drilling contractors ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational best practices.</p> <p>· Mentoring and supporting the professional development of the team.</p> <p>· Contributing to the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles.</p> <p>· Assisting with forecast and budget cycles by tracking expenditure and managing geological drilling contractors.</p> <p>· Developing and overseeing geological grade control processes to ensure a high standard of QA/QC is developed and maintained.</p> <p>· Support the corporate resource geologist to prepare and maintain geological models. (wireframing and estimation).</p> <p>· Calculation and reporting of grade control models including the accurate tracking of mine depletion.</p> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <p>· A bachelor’s degree in Geology from a recognized post-secondary institution is essential; a Master’s degree in Geology is a plus.</p> <p>· Minimum 6 years’ experience in underground non-ferrous metals production, preferably with precious and base metals. Exploration experience is also highly desired.</p> <p>· Experience with project management with an emphasis on managing diamond drilling contractors.</p> <p>· Strong technical knowledge of underground grade control, sampling techniques, reconciliation and underground mapping (geological and structural).</p> <p>· Proven leadership skills with the ability to train, mentor, and manage the performance of a technical team.</p> <p>· Understanding of mining geology, including face sampling and mapping, ore deposits geochemistry, structural geology and grade modelling</p> <p>· 3D modelling software experience (like VULCAN, Leapfrog, Deswik, Supervisor).</p> <p>· Fluent in English, both in oral and written, is required. Norwegian or Swedish skills would be an advantage.</p> <p><strong>Pay range and compensation package</strong></p> <p>Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.</p> <p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement</strong></p> <p>We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>