Our client is looking for a Senior Ore Control Geologist to lead ore control activities to ensure safe and efficient operations. This role provides technical oversight of grade control practices, ore–waste delineation, and short-term geological modeling to optimize resource recovery and minimize dilution. The Senior Ore Control Geologist will work closely with mine operations, engineering, and metallurgy to achieve production, reconciliation, and quality targets. The role emphasizes safety leadership, operational excellence, risk management, and continuous process improvement.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee ore control calculations, field mapping, and daily map publication with accuracy and timeliness
Lead grade control and ore control programs, including blast hole design and reconciliation with mine models
Maintain and update grade control block models and geological interpretations, including 3D modeling support
Ensure data integrity through QA/QC processes, assay validation, and adherence to sampling SOPs
Conduct pit mapping, data analysis, and reconciliation studies to manage ore loss and dilution
Collaborate with Engineering, Survey, Operations, and Metallurgy to meet production targets
Supervise and mentor junior geologists and field staff
Prepare and communicate daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports
Drive continuous improvement in geology processes and work practices
Apply economic judgment to optimize ore control decisions and maximize value
Promote safety leadership and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards
Manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geologic Engineering
5-10 years of experience in ore control, grade control, or production mine geology. Open-pit hard rock environment preferred
Experience with mine modeling software (e.g., MineSight, Vulcan, Datamine)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills along with excellent verbal and written communication
Numbers & Facts
Location
Nevada
Website
https://www.ascendancyrecruiting.com
Skills
3D Modelingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Assaysunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Data Mappingunmatched
Data Qualityunmatched
Datamine Softwareunmatched
Field Mappingunmatched
Geological Engineeringunmatched
Geologyunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Metallurgyunmatched
Mine Operationsunmatched
Mine Productionunmatched
Mine Reconciliationunmatched
Mine Waste/Tailingsunmatched
Mine/Pit Optimizationunmatched
MineSight Softwareunmatched
Mining Engineeringunmatched
Mining Geology/Geoscienceunmatched
Mining Industry Softwareunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Open Cut Miningunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Ore Gradeunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Process Validationunmatched
Publicationsunmatched
Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
Quality Controlunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
Vulcan Softwareunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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