NGM - Geology Superintendent

JOB PURPOSE               

Provide technical and operational leadership to the site geology team, including geologists and technicians, with accountability for safety performance, development, and delivery of high-quality geological outputs. The role is responsible for optimizing orebody knowledge and maximizing asset value through effective geological modeling, grade control, and resource conversion

RESPONSIBILITIES     

Primary responsibilities and tasks: 

•             Lead and mentor a team of geologists and technicians, ensuring technical and professional development, focused on building a world-class team

•             Ensure safety KPIs are defined and delivered by the entire team

•             Own and execute strategic conversion drilling programs focused on resource and reserve conversion supported by strong geologic interpretation and consideration for mining and processing

•             Own and execute grade control drilling programs to effectively de-risk the near-term plan

•             Ensure technical knowledge for geological mapping, drilling and logging programs has been adequately captured and integrated into models and resulting plan

•             Ensure detailed mine plan reviews with consideration for geologic risk and execute mitigation plan for near term and LOM plan

•             Build and maintain collaborative internal relationships with key departments (Engineering, Operations, Process, Environment, Growth, Safety and Finance)

•             Monitor departmental KPI’s to ensure agreed work programs, drilling, cost and ounce delivery targets are met

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

•             Bachelor of Science degree with equivalent experience

Experience

•             Over ten (10) years’ experience in mine geology or exploration providing expert competency 

•             Minimum five (5) years’ in a senior role managing a team of technical and supporting technician roles

CORE VALUES & COMPANY DNA

Zero Harm Workplace

Because our people are our greatest asset, safety is of paramount importance. It is inherent in every part of our business and is everyone’s responsibility to adhere to our safety standards. As a business, it is an integral requirement to not only ensure the safety of our employees, but also the communities in which we operate. We 

aim to mitigate known hazards and target a zero-harm workplace.

Responsible and Accountable

Act as owners, respect each other as peers and work as a team towards achieving our mission (One team, One Mission). Take initiative. Own up to mistakes and learn from them. Drive change. Lead by example and always look for ways to make things better.

Partnerships

We foster genuine partnerships and deliver on our commitments to partners. Earn trust and create transparency to build and enhance enduring partnerships between our employees, shareholders, stakeholders and with the countries and local communities in which we operate.

Build a Sustainable Legacy

We earn our social license by being a valued member of our host communities by creating economic activity. We manage the impact of our operations and strive to be the industry leader in safety, health and environmental practices.

Results Driven

We are results-driven through agile decision-making and disciplined execution. Keep it simple and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.

World-Class People

Attract and develop strong, world-class people who are informed and involved in the processes of the company. Who act with integrity, and are tireless in their pursuit of excellence.

Be Honest, Transparent, and Act with Integrity

We communicate directly, honestly and transparently. Create platforms to enable employees to feel free to voice their opinions. Act with integrity, always.