Vice President of Exploration

The Mullings Group Search Canada has partnered with our client, in the search for a Vice President of Exploration (VPX) to join their team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of dynamic gold exploration initiatives, drive meaningful discoveries, and mentor the next generation of geoscientific leaders.

With a demonstrated track record as a proven industry leader, paired with a strong record of gold exploration, discovery, resource delineation, and project advancement, this individual will need deep experience in managing exploration teams and delivering results that have advanced assets from early-stage discovery through to resource estimation and feasibility studies. Experience with intrusion-related and/or RIRGS-style gold systems, as well as familiarity with North American jurisdictions, is considered a strong asset.

The VPX will be a key executive leader responsible for advancing exploration and resource growth strategy while upholding the highest standards of health, safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development. As an impactful and influential leader with a track record of success, this individual will make a lasting contribution to their growth success setting new benchmarks for excellence in mineral exploration.

This is a remote position based in BC or Alberta with travel as needed.

Responsibilities

Strategic & Executive Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and executive team to define and execute long-term exploration strategies that drive shareholder value.
• Lead technical due diligence for acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Contribute to corporate strategy, capital allocation, and investor communications.
• Represent the company at conferences, investor meetings, and community engagements with credibility and clarity.
• Define and deliver exploration strategies that align with corporate goals and shareholder expectations.
• Evaluate new opportunities (greenfield, brownfield, partnerships, and acquisitions) with a sharp eye for geological integrity and strategic fit.
• Lead technical due diligence for M&A and joint ventures, contributing directly to executive planning and investor relations.

Team Culture & Project Management

• Build, mentor, and inspire a technically excellent exploration team, cultivating intuitive geological thinking and strong field instincts.
• Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of exploration programs, ensuring operational excellence across drill campaigns, logistics, and seasonal rotations.
• Champion safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions.
• Lead succession planning with foresight and care, especially during leadership transitions.

Operational & Technical Oversight

• Champion innovation in exploration technologies, data analytics, and geoscientific modeling.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.
• Provide authoritative geological guidance from target generation to resource modeling and N1 43-101 reporting.
• Review and interpret complex datasets (drill results, geophysical surveys, Leapfrog models) with clarity and rigor.
• Collaborate with consultants, labs, and contractors to uphold quality and accelerate delivery.
• Support junior geologists in developing sound judgment and technical confidence.

Stakeholder Engagement & Representation

• Communicate exploration results and strategic direction with clarity and impact to executives, investors, and board members.
• Represent the company with poise and credibility at conferences, community events, and technical forums.
• Align messaging and priorities with IR and executive teams, ensuring consistency and strategic resonance.

Cross Functional Collaborations

• Work closely with the CEO, the Executive and IR teams to align exploration priorities with corporate messaging and financial planning.
• Collaborate with external consultants, labs, and contractors to maintain quality and accelerate timelines.
• Act as a Qualified Person (QP) for technical disclosures and public reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field.
• 15+ years in mineral exploration, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven success in resource discovery and development.
• Deep knowledge of NI 43-101 reporting and compliance.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Experience across diverse geological settings and jurisdictions.

Skills & Attributes

• Extensive background in exploration and mining.
• Proficiency in GIS, Leapfrog, Micromine and modern exploration technologies.
• Strong business acumen and ability to balance technical and strategic priorities.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, resource-constrained environments.
• Strong mentoring instincts and team-building capabilities.
• Willingness to travel and engage directly in fieldwork when needed.