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Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Newmont’s Corporate Headquarters are located in Denver, Colorado with roles in Engineering, IT, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources and much more.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
About This Role
Newmont is looking for a Head of Exploration Discovery, an experienced and visionary leader to drive the next frontier of mineral exploration. As the Head of Exploration Discovery, Global, you will provide frameworks, solutions, and technical expertise to enhance ore body understanding, facilitating economic exploration and enabling effective execution of the exploration strategy.
This position is based in Denver, CO.
What You'll Do
Growth Strategy/Governance:
Develop the 5-year technical strategy and innovation roadmap to drive a step change in understanding of ore-bodies. Champion the strategy for early-stage opportunities and develop the portfolio overview of these opportunities. Work collaboratively with peers to continually align regional and Greenfields strategies to the portfolio. Provide geochemistry, geophysics, and ore body characterization expertise to support discovery, exploration work programs, best practices and development of assets. Set the exploration technical standards and govern to improve technical effectiveness and efficiency in exploration work. Provide subject matter expertise to support global exploration technical development programs.Review exploration business development opportunities and provide recommendations for approval.Manage strategic partnerships with industry consortiums, professional associations and universities. Monitor and ensure compliance with Exploration standards and policies and Enterprise values, codes of conduct and corporate standards and policies.
Operational Excellence:
Lead the technical Subject Matter experts on the successful delivery of projects in accordance with the global strategy.Support target generation & work program design, based on detailed annual plans.Collaborate to support timely delivery of targeted reserves and resources.Ensure the successful delivery of Exploration technical, digitalization and process improvement projects.Support partnerships undertaking exploration projects that align with the global strategy.What Your'll Do (continued)
Safety & Sustainability:
Ensure Company safety, environment, sustainability and risk management policies are implemented in all exploration activities.Collaborate with Safety and Sustainability team to ensure social license to operate.Monitor performance in order to reduce risk exposure and take improvement activities as appropriate.
People:
Commercial:
Education & Professional Qualifications:
B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D. in Geoscience, Geology, or Mineral Economics.Recognized as a Qualified Person under international reporting standards.
Knowledge & Technical Skills:
Expert in applying knowledge of mineral systems in different geographic and commodity spectrums to scope exploration opportunities.Knowledge of greenfield and mine operations in different cultural and geographical settings. Ability to construct relationships between several systems, integrating and managing them.Advanced proficiency in project management, advancing projects ranging from new discoveries to feasibility and execution of multiple large -scale projects, including ability to shift focus and reprioritize.Advanced proficiency in exploration business development and technical due diligence.Advanced proficiency in workforce technical training and aligning development to business outcomes.Advanced proficiency in completing broad tasks that impact other parts of the business and managing time constraints, competing priorities and tradeoffs. Competent commercial skills: budgets, forecasting, planning, analysis, reporting and communicating results.Why Join Newmont
At Newmont, we are dedicated to pioneering the future of mineral exploration while upholding our commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. As part of our team, you will:
Lead world-class exploration initiatives in a globally recognized mining company.Work alongside industry-leading technical experts and advanced exploration technologies.Influence the future of exploration through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge projects.Benefit from competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.If you are ready to lead a global exploration team and drive the next wave of discoveries, apply today and be part of shaping the future of mining.
Other RequirementsThis position is based in Denver, CO.Ability to travel to domestic and international mine or exploration sites where conditions vary.Must be legally able to work in a designated country or qualify for a work visa where required.Proficiency in English required; second language (Spanish, French, Dutch) an asset.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
The salary range offered for this role is USD $190,840.00 - $328,800. The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s salary history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about salary history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance. This role also will be eligible for participation in a discretionary long-term incentive program, pursuant to which an employee may receive awards based on their level and individual performance.
Newmont offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing. This role will be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; short and long-term disability; defined benefit pension; 401(k) program with company match; financial planning; employee assistance program (EAP); wellbeing reimbursement program; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement; paid holidays and paid time off; paid family leave; matching gifts; and discounts on home, auto and pet insurance. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and may be modified or terminated at Newmont’s sole discretion.
When submitting your resume or CV or any other application materials (including school transcripts, proof of graduation, etc.) to Newmont, it's important to focus on your relevant skills, experience, and qualifications to show how well you fit the role. Pursuant to Colorado law, you may choose to remove or redact any age-identifying information (for example, age, date of birth, dates of school attendance, dates of school graduation, etc.). You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Newmont is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not make hiring decisions based on age or any other protected characteristics (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, national origin, religion).
Please note that if you are offered a position, the company may need to verify your date of birth for preemployment screening purposes including background check and prohibited party screening. But age-related information is not required for the application process.