Chief Resource Geologist

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 234,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberly is seeking a highly experienced Chief Resource Geologist to lead all resource geology activities for our Dubai-based gold mining operations. You will own geological modeling, database governance, and high-quality resource estimates.

The role requires 20+ years in resource geology, expertise in Surpac/Datamine/Micromine/Leapfrog, and a strong grasp of JORC/NI 43-101. relocation to Dubai on a full-time basis is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20+ years experience in resource geology within gold mining.
• Experience in geological modeling, resource estimation and reporting.
• Proficiency with geology software (Surpac, Datamine, Micromine, Leapfrog).
• Strong knowledge of international resource reporting codes (JORC/NI 43-101).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Willing to relocate to Dubai, UAE on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all resource geology activities including geological modeling and estimation.
• Oversee the geological database ensuring data integrity and compliance with reporting standards.
• Develop and implement resource estimation methodologies and QA/QC protocols.
• Collaborate with exploration teams to integrate new data into resource models.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior geologists.

Skills

Resource geology

Geological modeling

Resource estimation

Reporting

Leadership

Geology software

Tools

Surpac

Datamine

Micromine

Leapfrog

Job description

Location: Dubai, UAE (On-Site Full-time relocation required)
Industry: Mining (Group Company)
Salary: Up to AED 35,000 / Month (Tax-Free)

Experience: Minimum 20+ Years (Resource & Database) within Gold Mining

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Resource Geologist to join our mining group company based in Dubai. This is a critical leadership role focusing on resource modeling, geological database management, and delivering high-quality resource estimates for our gold mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all resource geology activities, including geological modeling and estimation.
• Oversee the geological database, ensuring data integrity and compliance with international reporting standards (JORC/NI 43-101).
• Develop and implement robust resource estimation methodologies and QA/QC protocols.
• Collaborate closely with exploration teams to integrate new data into resource models.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior geologists.

Key Requirements

• Experience in resource geology and database management within the gold mining sector.
• Proven expertise in geological modeling, resource estimation, and reporting.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in geology software such as Surpac, Datamine, Micromine, Leapfrog, etc.
• Excellent understanding of international resource reporting codes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Dubai, UAE on a full-time basis.