Chief Geologist

Lion One Metals is seeking a knowledgeable and results- driven Chief Geologist to lead the geology team at our Alkaline Narrow Vein Gold Deposit and Mine Tuvatu, in Nadi, Fiji.This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all geological activities, including exploration, resource modeling, grade control and reconciliation. It is preferred that the successful candidate have narrow vein gold experience.Key Accountabilities or ActivitiesManage the delivery of approved work programsManage work allocation to ensure resource replenishmentHuman Resources – recruitment, training and succession planningOrebody knowledge and mineral system studiesImplement business improvement programsMine reconciliationProduction reportingWireframe and block model developmentCode of ConductAdherence at all times to the Lion One Code of Conduct. The code provides standards for appropriate ethical and professional behavior. It is based on Loin One’s values of Safety, Integrity, Action and Results which form the basis of, and underpin all of Lon One’s business relationshipsSafety, Health, Environment and Community (SHEC)Demonstrate safe behavior at all times and comply with the site’s standards and procedures in SHEC.Promote awareness of SHEC practices and promotes a safety cultureDemonstrate effective performance in achieving agreed SHEC goals that support the department site and company standardsDemonstrate leadership in SHEC through personal behaviors and conversationsPosition Required CapabilitiesSkills:Solid experience in the use of mining and database softwareDeswik and Leapfrog preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAble to produce technical procedures and documentationAbility to schedule and prioritize tasks.Demonstrate leadership in Safety culture.Excellent personnel managementKnowledge:Proficient in Block model generation and estimation techniquesGood practical understanding of Drilling and Mining methodsExcellent knowledge of reconciliation techniquesSound understanding of QAQC, sampling methods and theoryGood practical understanding of underground Mine GeologyDatabase Management and verificationMaintain current understanding on industry technicalExperience:Minimum of 5+years industry experience covering underground mine geologyExperience with narrow vein underground gold deposits preferredExperience in foreign developing environments preferredEducation, Qualifications, Tickets, Licenses:Degree in GeologyCurrent manual driver’s licenseMembership of an acceptable professional organizationWhy Join Us?This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced geologist to take a senior leadership role in a high-grade underground narrow vein gold mining operation. Be part of a motivated team, contribute to strategic growth, and help the future of an amazing Akaline Deposit and Mine.