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Blue Moon Metals

Explores and develops polymetallic mineral projects.

Junior Geologist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Bachelor's
Hammerfest, Norway
In PersonResidential position with Monday–Friday work on site at Nussir.
Operations & LogisticsProduction Planning & Scheduling

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in Geology from a recognized university is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in underground non-ferrous metals production is required; experience with precious and base metals is preferred.
  • Experience with geological interpretation and 3D modelling using software such as Leapfrog, Deswik, and Supervisor is required.
  • Experience overseeing diamond drilling and diamond drilling contractors is required.
  • Experience with database management and quality assurance/quality control of geological data is required.
  • Knowledge and experience of underground grade control drilling, sampling techniques, reconciliation, and underground geological and structural mapping are required.
  • Understanding of mine planning and scheduling, including face sampling, ore deposits geochemistry, structural geology, and grade modelling, is required.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
  • A strong commitment to health and safety practices is required.
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations is required.
  • Ability to conduct fieldwork safely in remote locations is required.
  • Good teamwork, analytical and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, communication and report writing, and decision-making under operational constraints are required.
Responsibilities
  • Contribute to a safety-focused and results-oriented culture in mining and geology teams.
  • Collect geological field data, including face mapping and chip sampling.
  • Log drilling cores geologically and geotechnically.
  • Inspect and guide drilling operations related to grade control and mine exploration.
  • Ensure high quality in geological sampling and geological data processing.
  • Cooperate with the operational team to optimize dilution and ore recoveries.
  • Participate in reconciliation between geological models and production.
  • Use block models, geological models, and drill core databases.
  • Collect and ship geological samples to the assay laboratory.
  • Assist in updating grade-control geology models.
  • Support the Senior Geologist by providing information for geology reports.
  • Work independently within broad guidelines to solve non-standard problems, applying best practices to improve geological processes and outcomes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Norwegian or Swedish language skills are an advantage.
  • Experience in underground production involving precious and base metals is preferred.

About the company

Blue Moon Metals Inc. explores and develops brownfield, polymetallic mineral projects in stable jurisdictions such as the United States and Norway, aiming to generate revenue from sale of processed metal concentrates. It leverages existing infrastructure and historical data at sites with past mining activity, and plans to operate a central processing hub (the Springer mill) for its ore and regional high-grade ores. The company differentiates itself by targeting brownfield assets with established data, infrastructure, and a broad geographic footprint, alongside active leadership changes and targeted acquisitions. Its goal is to advance projects toward production and grow through project development and M&A, delivering concentrate-based revenue to the global market.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Vancouver, Canada

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • May 2026 financing delivered $156.3 million, funding construction across Nussir and Springer.
  • Nasdaq listing on January 26, 2026 broadened access to US capital and investors.
  • Norwegian Environment Agency approved Nussir waste-management changes in Q2 2026, strengthening construction momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Viceroy's August 2026 attack targets Nussir permits; a Norwegian reassessment threatens 2027 startup.
  • Blue Moon raised roughly $300 million in 2026; continued dilution remains unavoidable.
  • Springer and Nussir still need execution; any cost overrun strains a sub-$200 million market cap.

What makes Blue Moon Metals unique

  • Brownfield critical-metals portfolio spans Norway and Nevada, cutting permitting and infrastructure risk.
  • Nussir won FID on April 27, 2026, with permits still in force.
  • Springer received Nevada permits on August 20, 2026, authorizing construction and mill refurbishment.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Professional Development Budget

Company News

South Jordan Journal
Oct 19th, 2026
Blue Moon Metals closes $25M placement with Elmet Group, adds board member

Blue Moon Metals has closed a C$35 million private placement with The Elmet Group (TEG), tied to TEG's investment in the Springer Tungsten Complex. The company issued 3,500,000 units at C$10.00 each. Each unit includes one common share and one warrant to buy another share at $10.80 within three years. Proceeds will fund development of the Springer project. The deal still needs final approval from the TSX Venture Exchange. An investor rights agreement gives TEG a board nomination right, equity participation rights, top-up rights, and information rights. Blue Moon has appointed William Jacob Homiller, former chief executive officer of CarbiCrete and H.C. Starck Solutions, to its board, effective October 16, 2026.

Seeking Alpha
Sep 14th, 2026
Blue Moon Metals secures $175M to restart Nevada tungsten complex

Blue Moon Metals secured a binding financing package of up to $175 million with partners Elmet Group and EQ Resources to redevelop the Springer tungsten complex in Nevada. The announcement sent the company's shares up 20.7% in pre-market trading. The financing framework will support the restart of the Nevada tungsten facility. Tungsten is a critical mineral used in various industrial applications, including defence and manufacturing.

AInvest Fintech Inc.
Jun 26th, 2026
Blue Moon Metals issues 1,285 VMS shares at $11,667 each to fund exploration

Blue Moon Metals has announced the issuance of 1,285 Volcanogenic Massive Sulphide shares at US$11,666.67 per share. The proceeds will fund exploration activities, infrastructure development and general corporate purposes across its polymetallic projects. The transaction supports Blue Moon's portfolio, which includes the Blue Moon zinc-gold-silver-copper project in California, the Nussir and NSG projects in Norway, and the recently acquired Springer tungsten and critical metals mine in Nevada. The company previously raised C$86.5 million in a public offering in October 2025. The shares are being issued under Blue Moon's existing shelf prospectus, allowing expedited securities issuance without new filings. The company operates under TSX Venture Exchange oversight and continues to expand its critical minerals portfolio.

PR Newswire
May 15th, 2026
Blue Moon Metals appoints five executives to advance US critical metals pipeline and Norway's Nussir project

Blue Moon Metals has announced five key appointments to support its expanding US pipeline of brownfield critical metals projects and advance its Nussir project in Norway. Jason Dunning joins as General Manager, US Special Projects, bringing 30 years of mining experience. Simon Cooper becomes Special Projects Manager, Bob Sweeden takes on the role of Health & Safety Director with nearly 40 years of industry experience, and Lee Langlois is appointed Project Director for Nussir. Shaun McGeough joins as Senior Director, Corporate Development, bringing over 10 years of metals and mining transaction expertise. Stephen Eddy resigned as Senior Vice President, Corporate Development effective 15 May 2026. Blue Moon is advancing five brownfield polymetallic projects across Norway and the United States.

Aktiencheck.de AG
May 1st, 2026
Blue Moon Metals raises $73M to fund Norwegian copper and US tungsten mines

Blue Moon Metals has closed a C$100 million bought-deal financing to fund two major mining projects. The company will issue 10 million new shares at C$10 each, alongside a private placement of five million additional shares at the same price. The capital will finance construction of the Nussir copper, gold and silver mine in northern Norway, requiring approximately $184 million, and the restart of the Springer tungsten mine in Nevada. Both operations are targeted to begin production in the third quarter of 2027. The underwriters will receive a 5% commission, reduced to half for strategic investors. An over-allotment option for 1.3 million additional shares is available for 30 days. Before the financing, Blue Moon Metals had approximately 89 million shares outstanding.