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Geologist

Employer
Kinross Gold Corporation
Location
Round Mountain, Nevada, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Aug 1, 2021

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Category
Geology & GeoSciences
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English
Round Mountain is an open-pit mine located in Nevada, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. The mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods and processes ore by mill and heap leach. The Round Mountain Phase W Project is now in production, with first gold poured in May 2019.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Senior Geologist, is responsible for mine geology and/or exploration duties, as required while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross' values .

Job Responsibilities

1. Database management, experience with AcQuire and/or SQL knowledge is preferred.
2. Geologic mapping and sampling.
3. Ore control.
4. Performs work assignments in a timely manner.
5. Represents the company with drilling and other contractors.
6. Adhere to the RMGC Environmental Health and Safety Management system in his/her areas of responsibility.
7. Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct.
8. Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
9. Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
10. Works without risk or harm to self and others.
11. Possession of a valid driver's license issued by state agency, or must be able to pass driver competency course and exam.
12. Punctuality and regular attendance required.
13. Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above.
14. Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.
15. Other Geology tasks and projects as needed.

Education and Experience

Skills

1. Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
2. General understanding of mining operations, milling and maintenance operations.
3. Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing work processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
4. Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
5. Ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team.
6. Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills
7. Knowledge of ore deposits and economic geology.
8. Bachelor's degree in geologic sciences is required.
9. Entry level or one to three years of experience in mine and/or exploration geology.
10. Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
11. Requires valid driver's license.

Reporting Relationships

• Typically reports into the Senior Geologist

Career Framework and Level

Accountability (P2)

Knowledge (P2)

Leadership (P2)

Complexity (P2)

Impact (P2)

Legislative Requirements

Background Check required

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

Travel Requirements

Travel not required, only exceptionally

Kinross is a Canadian-based gold mining company with mines and projects in Canada, the United States, Brazil, Chile, Russia, Ghana and Mauritania, employing approximately 9,300 people worldwide. Our core purpose is to lead the world in generating value through responsible mining.

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