Resource Geologist

Workplace Type: Onsite

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Newmont Musselwhite is a fly-in, fly‑out operation on the southern shore of Opapimiskan Lake, located about 480 kilometers (km) north of Thunder Bay in Northwest Ontario. A place where we promote fairness, equity, and non-discrimination through policies and practices that provide equal opportunities for all employees.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

Musselwhite site

The Resource Modeler reports to the Chief of Production Geology and is responsible for the resource models at Musselwhite Mine.

• Report to work physically fit.
• Accountable for following all company safety procedures and practices in order to improve performance and culture, and ultimately achieve zero harm.
• Follow procedures. Speak up to persons involved and inform your supervisor when you identify a less safe situation.
• Complete safety training and certification as required by site and departmental procedure.
• Report identified hazards and incidents as per site procedure.
• Provide support, training, and development of resource models by applying knowledge of geology, mining, geostatistics, and applied mathematics.
• Be proactive in stakeholder management through coordination with Mine Engineering and Operations on short and long term planning, as well as Exploration on projects.
• Carry out simulations and geostatistical studies for projects and resources in Porcupine.
• Maintain current applications, develop new applications and test new technical concepts and methodologies for resource estimation.
• Advise users on best approaches to solve new problems and directly contribute by utilizing specific expertise such as: geological modeling, deposit modeling, mine planning, ore control, and reconciliation.
• Perform a variety of technical programming duties including scripting, modifying software and/or writing code.
• Review and develop short term and resource model reports to support reconciliation analysis and validation.
• With minimal supervision, plan, coordinate and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate social sensitivity, commitment and compliance with Newmont’s Social Responsibility Policy.
• Treat all colleagues, business partners and other stakeholders with respect.
• Display Newmont’s values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Inclusion and Responsibility in all actions.

• A bachelor degree in a mining related field in geology, mine engineering, or geostatistics and years related experiences.
• >6-10 years’ experience and in-depth knowledge of at least one of the following disciplines: Mine Geology, Short-Term Planning, Long-Term Planning or Ore Control. Experience should include 2 years of experience in resource modeling.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to develop working relationship with stakeholders in other disciplines.
• Intermediate written and spoken English Skills.
• A proficiency in applied mathematics and a strong background in problem solving, 3D visualization skills and technical programming skills.
• Proficient in Vulcan or similar modeling software with demonstrated proficiency in resource modeling required.
• Strong computer skills in Excel. A level of proficiency in scripting (eg. Python, Perl).
• Technical writing ability is required to prepare documentation in support of annual reserve and resource reporting.
• Must be a Competent/Qualified person by NI 43-101 standards.
• Registration as a Professional Geoscientists Ontario, or eligibility for such registration required.

• The position is a hybrid of fly-in-fly-out Musselwhite mine in Canada, and working from home.
• Work is conducted at the mine site and from home-office.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you

As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.