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Senior Resource Geologist
Equinox Gold
Elko, USA
Full-time
Senior
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
Communication
Role Overview
The Senior Resource Geologist is responsible for mineral resource estimation, geological modeling, database and QA/QC management, and resource reporting to support exploration, project evaluation, feasibility studies, and mine planning, primarily for the South Railroad Project.
Key Skills for This Role
Communication
Full Job Posting
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and update 3D geological domain models and resource block models using Leapfrog Geo and geostatistical estimating platforms, ensuring models are current, auditable, and meet feasibility standards.
- Direct the technical scope and review of deliverables of independent Qualified Person consultants for mineral resource estimations in accordance with NI 43-101 and SK 1300 reporting standards.
- Work closely with exploration teams to develop sound geologic models, and with engineering and technical services teams to support resource conversion, growth, metallurgical and recovery forecasting, and mine planning.
- Provide resource model inputs for prefeasibility and feasibility studies, including resource classification through infill, conversion, growth, and condemnation drilling.
- Upload new drillhole data (collars, surveys, geology logs, assays), validate data, and produce monthly QA/QC reports.
- Develop and implement resource reconciliation programs to track model performance against production and grade control data as the project advances with mining.
- Develop resource models in support of corporate M&A work and due diligence studies as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in geology or related field required.
- 10 or more years of experience in geologic and resource modeling.
- Expertise in Leapfrog Geo or similar software for 3D geological and resource modeling.
- Competent in at least one geostatistical estimation platform for variography, estimation, and model validation.
- Strong understanding of geostatistics and estimation techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Close attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Certifications
- Professional designation to act as a Qualified Person.
- Working Conditions
- The position may be remote, with regular site visits to the South Railroad property and California projects as needed. Position can be based in Elko or Carlin, NV. South Railroad is an active mine site and may be exposed to extreme desert weather, including high heat, cold temperatures, wind, dust, and occasional precipitation or flash flooding. All personnel must wear personal protective equipment while on the mine site.
About Equinox Gold
Mining & Metals5219 employeesFounded 2017
Public Canadian gold mining company operating and developing mineral properties across the Americas.
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