Cortez - Core Shed Supervisor

Core Shed Supervisor

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people.

As the Core Shed Supervisor, you will oversee a team of technicians, coordinate core and reverse circulation (RC) sample workflows, and maintain strong quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) practices. You will work closely with geologists, drilling teams, and laboratories to ensure samples are handled properly from field collection through final storage and shipment.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, enjoys leading others, and takes pride in maintaining strong safety standards, organization, and data accuracy. The role offers an opportunity to develop leadership skills while supporting critical exploration and production activities at one of Nevada Gold Mines' premier operations.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a medical, dental, and vision plan with company-sponsored medical clinics, a 401k retirement plan with an employer match, paid time off, a company stock purchase program, and much more!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily operations within the core shed, ensuring safe, efficient, and organized workflows across multiple shifts.
• Assign and coordinate daily tasks for technicians, including shipping preparation, QA/QC sample preparation, photography, density testing, and warehouse activities.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of core and RC samples, from field pickup through processing, storage, and shipment.
• Ensure QA/QC samplesincluding standards, blanks, and duplicatesare prepared and inserted according to geologist requirements.
• Monitor QA/QC performance, track lab results, and coordinate reruns or follow-up actions when necessary.
• Maintain accurate sample tracking, documentation, and inventory records using spreadsheets and digital systems.
• Direct warehouse activities, including pallet organization, project labeling, and storage of pulps, rejects, and chip trays.
• Ensure proper training and safe use of equipment, including forklifts, and enforce compliance with all safety procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and support compliance with safety programs, including fire extinguisher inspections and field-level risk assessments.
• Train new core shed technicians using structured onboarding and provide ongoing coaching and performance support.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between geologists, drilling contractors, laboratories, and technical teams.
• Communicate sample priorities, workflow updates, and project progress to team members and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and attention to detail while maintaining productivity and workflow timelines.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality across core shed operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support geological and drilling programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, OR High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant technical or leadership experience required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a core shed, geological field operations, or sampling/logistics environment required.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a technical or operational setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of core and RC sampling processes, QA/QC procedures, and laboratory workflows preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workflows in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, inventory tracking tools, and digital file management systems preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across teams and departments.

What We Can Offer You:

• A comprehensive compensation package including 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!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Nevada Gold Mines:

Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (61.5%) and Newmont Goldcorp Corporation (38.5%), combining their significant assets across Nevada to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world and realize the full potential of these mines through synergies and best-in-class operational improvements.

The massive mining operation comprises 8 mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities that produced an estimated 4 million ounces of gold in 2018. Three of these assets are Tier One gold mines: Barrick's Cortez; the combination of Barrick's Goldstrike and Newmont Goldcorp's Carlin; and the combination of Barrick's Turquoise Ridge and Newmont Goldcorp's Twin Creeks. The new JV is expected to generate around $5 billion in cost savings over the next five years. Nevada Gold Mines is operated by Barrick.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.