Exploration Geologist
Posted 23 Jul 2026
Advertised as “NGM - Senior Exploration Geologist”
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- Expected experience
- 8+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
No salary listed for this role.
CertificationsBachelor of Science
Field of studyGeology (or related)
Study levelMaster's or higher
Position Description:
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!
NGM is seeking an engaged, Senior Exploration Geologist to support the identification and advancement of high-quality exploration opportunities across its portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the discovery of world-class ore bodies by supporting both desktop and field-based evaluations, including data compilation, geological modeling, and target generation.
The Senior Exploration Geologist will play a key role in shaping and advancing exploration opportunities at various stages of the pipeline. You will collaborate with talented, multidisciplinary exploration teams and technical leaders, contributing to exploration strategies while gaining exposure to a diverse range of geological settings and project types.
At NGM, we are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
Responsibilities:
- Provide a strong contribution to NGM’s safety culture and programs while encouraging and ensuring others do the same
- Identify and support evaluation of third-party opportunities
- Compile, clean, and analyze data using appropriate software platforms to develop and assess exploration targets
- Develop 3D models to enable mineral exploration targeting and project assessment
- Strong collaboration with technically skilled team to deliver Barrick´s exploration strategy and growth ambitions
- Generate new target concepts to expand Barrick’s exploration footprint in North America
- Collaborate with land and legal departments to facilitate the execution of confidentiality agreements
- Work and communicate with potential business partners in a professional manner
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or related field required
- Master's Degree or PhD in related field preferred
- Minimum 8 years progressive experience with a strong emphasis in exploration, mineral economics, and leadership required
- A strong foundation of fundamentals of geology, exploration procedures, business acumen, and commercial skills