Barrick Gold Corporation

NGM - Exploration District Geologist

Barrick Gold Corporation$90K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field required
  • Minimum 10 years of mineral exploration experience preferred
  • Proven experience designing and executing full-stage exploration programs required
  • Strong geological modeling and drill planning skills required
  • Demonstrated ability to manage exploration budgets required
  • Master's degree in Geology or related discipline preferred
  • Experience with district or regional scale exploration programs preferred
  • Familiarity with modern exploration technologies preferred
  • Strong technical reporting and communication skills required
  • Solid understanding of health, safety, and regulatory requirements required

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and mentor a team of geologists to promote high performance
  • Identify and promote new exploration targets that align with company strategy
  • Design and execute diverse exploration programs
  • Develop geological models to guide exploration efforts
  • Oversee field activities to ensure quality data collection
  • Manage exploration programs to meet objectives and budgets
  • Communicate project status and impacts to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401k retirement plan with employer contributions and matches
  • Paid time off and company-sponsored medical clinics
  • Access to numerous career advancement opportunities
  • Work within a dynamic and high-performing team environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Description:

Are you a Geology professional who is looking for career growth? We have a great opportunity for you.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of geologists in identifying, assessing and exploring new targets and areas of interest within the assigned district. This includes the execution of a range of exploration programs to ensure a healthy exploration portfolio, in compliance with safety, environmental, community relations and governance standards; all the above to unlock district-scale potential, extend mine life, and deliver the next Tier 1 discovery.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, train, coach, and mentor geologists; promote a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
  • Identify and advance new exploration targets aligned with district and company strategy.
  • Design, propose, and execute exploration programs across all stages of the exploration pipeline.
  • Develop and apply strong geological and exploration models to guide target generation and drill planning.
  • Lead and oversee field exploration activities, ensuring high-quality geological data collection and management.
  • Manage exploration programs to meet technical objectives, schedules, and approved budgets.
  • Apply economic and business criteria to evaluate and prioritize exploration opportunities.
  • Prepare clear, high-quality technical reports and ensure delivery of geological data to company standards.
  • Provide technical leadership to define areas of interest and drilling targets.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external contractors to ensure timely project execution.
  • Participate in annual exploration budget planning and manage project financial performance.
  • Communicate project objectives, progress, and impacts to internal stakeholders.
  • Ensure all required permits and approvals are obtained and maintained.
  • Promote and enforce health, safety, environmental, and risk-prevention standards.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, Code of Conduct, and community relations standards.
  • Partner with Human Resources on talent management, including recruitment, performance management, and development
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related field required
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in mineral exploration, including field-based project leadership preferred
  • Proven experience designing and executing exploration programs from early stage through advanced exploration required
  • Strong geological modeling, target generation, and drill planning skills required
  • Demonstrated ability to manage exploration budgets and control costs required
  • Master's degree in Geology or a related discipline preferred
  • Experience working at district or regional scale exploration programs preferred
  • Familiarity with modern exploration technologies, data systems, and geoinformatics standards preferred
  • Prior experience in a mining company or large-scale exploration organization preferred
  • Experience leading, training, and mentoring geologists and technical teams preferred
  • Strong technical reporting, data management, and communication skills required
  • Solid understanding of health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in exploration required
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and internal stakeholders required

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 AND employer match, 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.
  • Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
  • Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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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
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Founded
1983
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