Hydrologist

The Hydrologist is responsible for overall water management at SSR Mining’s Nevada sites. Duties include but are not limited to short-term and long-term planning of dewatering activities, budgeting, equipment selection, permitting, hydrogeologic monitoring/evaluation, and water rights management.

Key Areas of Responsibilities & Duties:

• Collect and analyze monitoring data
• Perform hydrogeology test work and maintenance on the drill holes
• Recover and re-establish monitoring points after mining through them in an area
• Assist in hydrogeology evaluation, dewatering design, and selecting drill/well locations as needed
• Evaluate and calibrate water model performance to assist in dewatering design and planning
• Ensure water model is updated regularly to meet regulatory requirements and support permitting efforts
• Prepare memos and reports interpreting findings of data collection and evaluation, model updates and provide guidance and recommendations
• Communicate with short and long-range engineering to accomplish water management goals
• Prepare and submit required State of Nevada permits and waivers
• Manage Marigold Mine, Trenton Canyon Mine and Buffalo Valley Mine water rights and long-term strategy
• Develop budgetary estimates for dewatering/monitoring infrastructure
• Act as primary point of contact and lead coordinator for all hydrology related consultants and contractors
• Manage/supervise drillers and subcontractors
• Establish and maintain continuous improvement work practices that align with the Marigold safety culture and strategic business plan initiatives
• Have a strong field presence by driving meaningful safety interactions and condition inspections
• Develop and maintain positive and effective professional working relationships with vendors and co-workers
• Unwavering focus on safety and environmental stewardship

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required
• Excellent computer skills including AutoCad, Excel and Vulcan software required
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and in small multi-disciplinary teams required
• Ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions (Environmental, Engineering, Projects)
• Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required

• Bachelor of Science degree in hydrology/geology/geological engineering, civil engineering, geotechnical or related field required
• Four years of related experience preferred
• Previous experience in an Open Pit mine environment preferred
• Familiarity with drill rigs, installation of hydrogeology instrumentation preferred
• Familiarity with water rights preferred