Job Description
Job Overview:
We Pursue a Higher Standard
We are a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with seven wholly-owned operations: the New Afton gold-copper mine in British Columbia, Canada, the Rainy River gold-silver mine in Ontario, Canada, the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia, Canada.
Coeur Alaska’s Kensington mine comprises an underground, hard-rock gold mine, associated milling facilities and a campsite in the historic Berners Bay Mining District, 45 miles north-northwest of Juneau. The mine is accessed via company transportation including bus rides and a boat ride through Lynn Canal.
Coeur Alaska is an integral part of the local community and actively supports education and workforce development programs, environmental stewardship efforts, arts and culture, and local nonprofit agencies through monetary investments, in-kind support, and employee volunteerism.
Approximately 400 miners, mechanics, engineers, operators, geologists, environmental technicians, exploration, and business leaders operate the Kensington mine. Coeur Alaska prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.
About the Job:
The Mine Geologist will play a key role in Kensington Mine’s Geology and Ore Control program, leading underground ore control activities including mapping, face sampling, ore routing, and LiDAR/photogrammetry scanning. This position collaborates closely with Mine Engineering and Operations to optimize ore development and stope design, while supporting QA/QC, drilling programs, and geological modeling.
The schedule for this position is 15 days on / 13 days off.
Responsibilities:
- Stop work for safety concerns and abide by safety best practices, policies, and procedures.
- Assume a key role in Kensington Mine’s Geology and Ore Control program.
- Perform all underground ore control activities including routing shot material, geological mapping, face sampling, and handheld lidar and photogrammetry scanning.
- Manage and report out data related to underground ore control activities daily.
- Closely collaborate with Mine Engineering and Operations team to ensure ore development is optimized for grade and stope design.
- Create and monitor underground drilling programs to ensure they are completed safely and efficiently.
- Assist with QA/QC protocols, geostatistical investigations, geologic and resource model construction.
- Perform strenuous physical activities and be able to lift multiple 40 lb. samples daily.
- Perform all work in a safe and healthful manner in compliance with Company’s safety and
environmental policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Ability to work safely and promote a strong safety culture.
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of geology experience in the mining environment.
- Strong understanding of assay QAQC principles and best practices.
- Proficiency in geological database management systems, preferably acQuire.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data integrity.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and adapt to changing operational needs.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills.
- Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust, and takes accountability.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with geology and operations teams.
- Willingness to learn and cross-train in underground mine geology tasks.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
- Familiarity with mine planning software such as Vulcan, Leapfrog, or Deswik is an asset.
- Preference given to Alaska residents.
Notice to Applicants:
After submitting your application, you will receive an automated email confirming receipt. Due to a high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual updates or respond to application inquiries. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Many hiring managers work rotational schedules, and the review process may take several weeks. Please note that applicants should not expect additional communication during this time. If you are not selected for an interview, you will receive an email notification once the position has been filled.
Recruitment Window:
- Applications will be accepted through June 10th 2026.
It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
