Superintendent Geology – Sentinel Mine

About the role

First Quantum is seeking a self‑motivated Superintendent of Geology to lead the geological programme at the Sentinel Mine. Reporting to the Geology Manager, you will guide a multidisciplinary team, ensure high‑quality data collection, and support mining and processing decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement integrated multi‑disciplinary data collection programmes in collaboration with Mine Planning, Drill & Blast, Load & Haul, Mineral Processing, Geotechnical and Hydro‑geological teams.
• Maintain quality‑control standards for stockpiling, blending strategies and ore processing.
• Administer geological personnel – career planning, training, mentoring, performance reviews.
• Provide logistics support to ensure efficient execution of work programmes.
• Plan and organise all in‑pit ore‑control activities, including drilling, sampling, blast levelling, dig‑plan mark‑outs, production tallying, mine‑design compliance and floor cleaning.
• Supervise internal and contractor teams during ore‑control drilling and sampling to guarantee data quality.
• Manage geological reporting, governance and compliance with JORC, SAMREC and NI 43‑101 standards.
• Assist with departmental budgeting, resource allocation and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Drive technical excellence and implement best‑practice geological processes.

Required profile

• Proven leadership and management experience in a mining geology environment.
• Self‑motivated, resilient and aligned with First Quantum’s values of boldness, intelligence, teamwork and drive.
• Strong communication skills to work with cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, organise and oversee complex ore‑control programmes.

Required skills

• Expertise in JORC, SAMREC and NI 43‑101 reporting standards.
• Hands‑on experience with ore‑control drilling, sampling and blast levelling.
• Proficiency in integrated geological data collection and analysis.