Nevada Mining Recruitment

Nevada is a key mining state in the USA. Being the largest producer of gold nationally and the fourth largest gold producer globally, there are several large-scale gold mining operations in well-known mining districts. One of the most productive gold mining areas in the world., the Carlin Trend, is located in north-eastern Nevada. In 2020, Nevada produced 5.6 million ounces of gold, accounting for 80% of the country’s gold production. Nevada is also a significant producer of silver and copper. Nevada produced 11 million ounces of silver in 2020 and 383 million pounds of copper.

 Nevada mining job opportunities include a wide range of options due to the size and scale of operations. Both local and international placements are available within the Nevada based operations. The strong regulatory framework in place ensures mining is conducted safely and responsibly, with an emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship. Nevada employed over 14,000 people in Nevada mining jobs with an annual salary of over $100,000, well above the state average. Over $200 million was paid over in taxes and royalties to the state in 2020, with a total production value of minerals produced exceeding $7billion. Interest in new mining developments in Nevada is strong with over $107 million spent on exploration in 2020. Lithium in particular presents new development opportunities as the demand for the metal soars in response to the energy transition policies. Lithium is needed in the production of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles.

 Nevada is currently one of the largest lithium producers in the US with several mines and exploration projects in operation. It is estimated that 300,000 metric tons of lithium is contained in the Clayton Valley. The lithium is extracted from the brines or hard rock deposits in the valley through an evaporation process. Lithium mining does raise environmental concerns in terms of water use and disposal of the brine and other waste materials. Nevada mining recruitment has trended towards specialists with expertise in these areas. Nevada mining employs a well-trained and highly skilled workforce with some of the highest wages in the industry. The average mining salary is nearly double the state average. Nevada is well known for its innovative approach to mining and embraces new technology and trends. Nevada mining recruitment operations frequently seek innovative entrepreneurs with a background in science, technology, and engineering.

 GateSource HR can assist you in recruiting the best individuals to lead your new mining development project or executive placement to drive growth in an existing business.