Senior Mine Geologist | Republic, WA

Job Description

Company: Kinross Gold Corporation
Location: Republic, Washington, United States
Category: Geology and Exploration
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Experience Level: Senior-Level
Salary: $105,000.00 – $120,000.00 annually

Job Summary
Kinross Gold Corporation is seeking a Senior Mine Geologist to support production geology, mine exploration, and geological drilling operations in an active underground mining production environment.

This role acts as a front-line supervisor, project manager, and technical leader for a team of mine geologists. The Senior Mine Geologist will oversee geological data systems, modeling, sampling procedures, drilling programs, and technical reporting to support safe, efficient, and value-driven mining outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as lead geologist for day-to-day production geology and mine exploration activities
• Develop, implement, and maintain geological operating and sampling procedures
• Manage active diamond core and RC drilling operations related to production geology and mine exploration programs
• Prepare and present technical reports, geological models, and recommendations to support decision-making
• Update short-range grade control mineral inventory and geological models
• Design mine exploration and grade control drilling programs
• Collect field data and integrate it into digital geological models
• Assist with management of core shed activities and staffing
• Manage assay lab submittals and data receipt into the geological database
• Provide geological reports to mine operations in coordination with technical services teams
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to geology team members
• Support safe mine design decisions through geological data, reports, and operational recommendations
• Serve as a subject matter expert influencing decisions that impact mine performance
• Support continuous improvement across geology and operations
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, and results-driven culture within the geology team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Engineering required
• 5-8 years of related geology experience within the mining industry
• Underground mining experience required
• Experience collecting geological field data, underground mapping, and sampling preferred
• Previous managerial experience strongly preferred
• Experience compiling, interpreting, and analyzing geological and assay data to support operational decisions
• Experience managing geological drilling programs and contracts
• Proficiency with geological software such as Seequent Leapfrog Geo, Maptek Vulcan, and Deswik CAD/Map
• Experience with database management software such as AcQuire or Microsoft Access
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills
• Leadership and mentoring ability with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license required
• Authorized to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

• Work within an active underground mining production environment
• Wear personal protective equipment at all times while in the production environment
• Follow operating procedures and comply with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Observe, correct, and report unsafe conditions

Why This Role Matters
This role supports safe and effective underground mine production by leading geological modeling, grade control, drilling programs, field data collection, and technical guidance that inform mine planning, resource understanding, and operational decision-making.

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👉 Apply online: https://jobs.kinross.com/job/Republic-Senior-Mine-Geologist-Wash/1345847900/

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