Director Exploration Global Drilling Services

Workplace Type : Hybrid - Remote / Onsite

Posting End Date : February 7, 2025

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.

Dimensions

Purpose

The Director of Exploration Global Drilling Services will lead a global team of drilling supervisors to drive operational excellence across Newmont's exploration drilling programs.

Essential Duties

• Develop, implement, and monitor global performance, productivity and cost management systems for exploration drilling operations.
• Establish metrics and systems to track and diagnose drilling performance and drive escalation and resolution of issues.
• Create standards, conduct regular assurance reviews, and ensure the development of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safety and operational standards are met.
• Collaborate with supply chain to define requirements for drilling contractor services and ensure alignment with broader exploration and operational objectives.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to identify and implement cutting-edge drilling technologies and methodologies to enhance performance, productivity and safety.
• Champion a culture of safety and ensure compliance with Newmont's safety policies and industry regulations.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on drilling performance, challenges, and opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with external service providers, regulators and industry partners to ensure drilling performance opportunities are identified, analyzed, and reviewed appropriately.
• Lead and manage a global team of drilling supervisors to deliver high-quality, efficient, and safe drilling operations.

Training & Experience

Working Conditions

The role involves a mix of office-based work and travel to Newmont's exploration sites globally. Travel requirements may be significant, depending on project demands.

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 $172,500-241,500. 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.

Salary : $172,500 - $241,500