Geology Superintendent
Underground & Open Pit Mining Operation (Restart Phase)

The Opportunity
An established mining company is seeking a Geology Superintendent to lead all geological activities at a large-scale mining operation entering a structured restart phase following a period of care and maintenance.
This is a senior, site-based leadership role responsible for geological oversight during restart studies and the transition into operations. The role provides continuity of geological ownership from evaluation and planning through early production and long-term operations.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in rebuilding technical foundations, integrating geology with mine planning, and building a high-performing geology team in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all geological activities supporting restart studies and future operations
Oversee drilling programs, including infill, near-mine, and exploration drilling
Ensure geological interpretations and models directly inform mine planning and production decisions
Manage operational geology, grade control, reconciliation, and ore definition
Maintain robust QA/QC standards for geological data and models
Build, mentor, and lead the site-based geology team
Manage geology consultants, contractors, and budgets
Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, processing, and environmental teams

Reporting Relationships

Reports operationally to the Site Manager / General Manager
Functional reporting to a Corporate Exploration or Technical Services Leader
Direct leadership of the site geology team and oversight of consultants

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or related discipline (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of experience in mining geology, including senior leadership roles
Experience in underground and/or open pit mining environments
Strong capability in geological modeling and resource estimation
Experience leading drilling programs and supporting mine planning
Ability to act as a Qualified Person under applicable reporting standards (or close to qualifying)

If This Role Doesn’t Perfectly Match Your Background
We recognize that strong candidates don’t always match every requirement exactly. If you bring relevant mining geology experience, have worked in restart, development, or transitioning operations, and are interested in taking on a broader leadership role, we encourage you to apply. We are open to considering candidates whose experience aligns with the intent of the role, even if the title or scope has differed in past positions.

For more information or to express your interest, contact:

Heather Simoens
970-209-2890
Heather@MRCrecruiting.com