Senior Specialist, Geology

Role Overview

Senior Specialist, Geology at Ma'aden. This role provides advanced geological expertise to support mineral exploration, resource evaluation, mine planning, and operational decision-making.

Role Purpose

Strengthen geological data quality, resource confidence, and sustainable mining operations through expert geological analysis, exploration support, and continuous improvement of geological practices.

Key Responsibilities

Geological Analysis and Modelling

• Conduct geological mapping, sampling, logging, and data interpretation.
• Develop and review geological models, resource reports, and technical assessments.
• Identify geological uncertainties and recommend mitigation actions.

Exploration and Operational Support

• Plan and monitor drilling programs and exploration campaigns.
• Evaluate exploration targets and recommend future opportunities.
• Provide geological advice to planning, engineering, and operational teams.

Standards and Improvement

• Maintain geological data, documentation, and reporting standards.
• Monitor geological risks and apply HSE and regulatory requirements.
• Improve geological practices and mentor junior personnel.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree or relevant professional membership is preferred.
• 8 to 12 years of relevant experience in mining, exploration, or resource geology.
• Experience in geological modelling, resource estimation, drilling, and technical reporting.

Skills & Competencies

• 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