Senior Specialist, Geology
- Ma'aden
- Saudi Arabia
- SAR 300,000 – SAR 450,000
Why This Role Matters
Provides advanced geological expertise to support mineral exploration, resource evaluation, mine planning, and operational decision-making. The role strengthens geological data quality, resource confidence, and sustainable mining operations.
What You Will Deliver
Geological Analysis and Modelling
- Conducts geological mapping, sampling, logging, and data interpretation.
- Develops and reviews geological models, resource reports, and technical assessments.
- Identifies geological uncertainties and recommends mitigation actions.
Exploration and Operational Support
- Plans and monitors drilling programs and exploration campaigns.
- Evaluates exploration targets and recommends future opportunities.
- Provides geological advice to planning, engineering, and operational teams.
Standards and Improvement
- Maintains geological data, documentation, and reporting standards.
- Monitors geological risks and applies HSE and regulatory requirements.
- Improves geological practices and mentors junior personnel.
What Success Looks Like
- Geological data and models are accurate, complete, and reliable.
- Exploration programs deliver high-quality geological information.
- Geological risks and uncertainties are identified and addressed.
- Technical recommendations improve planning and operational decisions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Master’s degree or relevant professional membership is preferred.
Experience
- 8 to 12 years of relevant experience in mining, exploration, or resource geology.
- Experience in geological modelling, resource estimation, drilling, and technical reporting.
Skills That Matter
- Geological interpretation and modelling
- Mineral resource estimation and geostatistics
- Core logging and sampling
- Exploration program management
- Geological data quality and validation
- Technical reporting and communication
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Coaching and knowledge transfer
Skills
- Geological Mapping
- Mineral Exploration
- Geological Modeling
- Drilling Program Management
- Resource Estimation
- Data Interpretation
- HSE Compliance
