Barrick Gold Corporation

Canada - Senior Exploration Project Geologist

Barrick Gold Corporation • $110K — $130K *
Montreal, QC H1A 0A1In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geological Engineering required
  • 8+ years of experience in metallic mineral exploration; international preferred
  • Technical expertise in Magmatic-hydrothermal or Orogenic gold systems preferred
  • Experience with Carlin-type, sediment-hosted, SEDEX, or VMS deposits preferred
  • Proven experience in planning and executing drilling campaigns required
  • Demonstrated leadership managing geological teams required
  • Intermediate to advanced English proficiency and full Spanish proficiency required

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage geoscientist teams for exploration programs
  • Design and oversee exploration activities focused on Project Generation
  • Supervise field-based exploration programs and ensure data best practices
  • Evaluate exploration properties and recommend new business opportunities
  • Collaborate on assessments of new properties for strategic exploration
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations in English and Spanish
  • Ensure timely delivery of geological data according to Geoinformatics standards
  • Coordinate with Sustainability teams for compliance with HSE and community relations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan
  • 401k retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Paid time off and company-sponsored medical clinics
  • Company match share purchase program
  • Dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
  • Endless opportunities for growth and learning
  • Access to various career opportunities within the organization
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Job Description

Position Description:

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

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage teams of geoscientists in the generation, evaluation, and execution of exploration programs across all stages of the exploration pipeline.
  • Design, plan, and oversee exploration activities, with a strong focus on Project Generation and Target Delineation stages of the company's exploration framework.
  • Supervise and participate in field-based exploration programs, ensuring best practices in geological data collection, data management, safety, and community relations.
  • Technically evaluate exploration properties and advanced-stage projects, contributing to recommendations for new business opportunities with Tier 1 gold and/or copper discovery potential.
  • Collaborate with the Project Generation or New Exploration Opportunities (NEO) team in the assessment of new properties and strategic exploration opportunities.
  • Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations (internal and external) in both English and Spanish, including technical conclusions and recommendations, for site visits, progress updates, and end-of-season reviews.
  • Ensure timely delivery of all geological and technical data in accordance with Geoinformatics standards, systems, and applications.
  • Maintain proactive and effective communication with the Exploration Manager and/or District Geologist regarding technical support needs, project risks, and specialized training requirements.
  • Coordinate with Sustainability teams to ensure proper implementation and compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Community Relations procedures at exploration projects.
  • Ensure all required internal and external permits are obtained on time to support planned exploration programs.
  • Promote knowledge transfer and continuous learning within the exploration team, including organizing technical training and knowledge-sharing activities related to mineralized systems.
  • Coordinate with Human Resources on people and talent management activities, including recruitment, performance evaluations, development plans, mentoring, and coaching.
  • Ensure awareness and communication of community, safety, health, environmental, quality, and risk-related matters within exploration teams.
  • Comply with and enforce company policies, including the Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy, Human Rights Policy, Alcohol and Drugs, Discrimination and Harassment, and all other mandatory corporate standards.
  • Comply with all company policies, including Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption, Human Rights, Alcohol and Drugs, and Workplace Respect policies.
  • Actively support the goal of zero incidents by following and enforcing health, safety, and environmental standards.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geological Engineering from an accredited university required
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in metallic mineral exploration; international exploration experience preferred
  • Demonstrated technical expertise at regional to local scales, particularly in Magmatic-hydrothermal systems or Orogenic gold systems preferred
  • Experience with Carlin-type, sediment-hosted, SEDEX, or VMS deposits preferred
  • Proven experience planning and executing drilling campaigns, including reverse circulation (RC) and diamond drilling required
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing geological teams and working collaboratively with Health, Safety, Environment, Community Relations, and Permitting functions required
  • Experience using geological software such as Leapfrog, ArcGIS Pro, and IOgas is preferred required
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in spoken and written English for reporting and presentations
  • Full proficiency in spoken and written Spanish required
  • Valid driver's license, including 4x4 driving certification preferred
  • Strong leadership skills, passion for mineral discovery, high adaptability, strong planning and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in team-based environments preferred
  • Experience contributing to mineral discoveries and working across multiple project development stages (from generative to advanced projects) is considered a strong advantage preferred


What We Can Offer You
  • 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 off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
  • Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless.
  • Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.


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About Barrick Gold Corporation

Barrick Gold Corporation is a mining company that specializes in the production of gold and copper. The company was founded in 1983 by Peter Munk and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Barrick Gold operates mines and advanced exploration and development projects on five continents. The company's main focus is on gold, but it also produces copper. Barrick Gold is committed to responsible mining practices and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and improve the lives of people in the communities where it operates. The company has faced criticism in the past for its environmental and social practices, but has taken steps to address these concerns.
Learn more about Barrick Gold Corporation
Size
21,300 employees
Market Cap
$31.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+7%
NASDAQ
GOLD
* Ladders Estimates

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