Database Geologist

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Sodankylä; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglo American Sakatti Mining Oy seeks a Database Geologist to manage geoscience drill hole, sampling and geological databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for resource estimation, studies, mine development and operations.

The successful candidate will implement best‑practice data governance and QA/QC workflows, provide trusted datasets for modelling and decision making, and collaborate with Geo IM, Exploration, IM, laboratories and vendors.

Qualifications

• MSc in Geology or closely related field.
• Proven SQL and acQuire database administration experience.
• Strong QA/QC, data governance, and data management skills.
• Knowledge of exploration and mining data types and SAMREC/JORC beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage acQuire drill hole, sampling, assay databases and data integrity.
• Develop governance, procedures, and audit-ready workflows.
• Provide validated geoscience data for modelling and resource estimation.
• Support data QAQC, sample tracking and data loading workflows.
• Collaborate with Geo IM, Exploration, IM, labs and vendors.
• Assist with emerging technologies in drill core logging workflows.

Skills

SQL

acQuire

QA/QC

Geoscience data

Education

MSc in Geology

Job description

Anglo American is a leading global mining company reimagining the future of mining to improve lives. With a focus on the responsible production of copper, premium iron ore, and crop nutrients—critical resources for decarbonising the global economy and enhancing food security—Anglo American is at the forefront of sustainable innovation. Through its FutureSmart Mining™ approach, the company integrates cutting‑edge technology, digitisation, and sustainability across the entire mining value chain. Guided by its Sustainable Mining Plan, Anglo American is committed to creating thriving communities, protecting the environment, and delivering enduring value for all stakeholders. Headquartered in London, the company operates across five continents and is listed on both the London and Johannesburg stock exchanges.

The Sakatti deposit is located in Finnish Lapland near the town of Sodankylä, and within the existing exploration permit areas fully owned by Anglo American Sakatti Mining Oy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Anglo American Plc. The Sakatti deposit is a unique, poly‑metallic deposit that contains seven payable metals, including copper, nickel, cobalt, platinum, palladium, gold, and silver. The mine is targeted to produce two concentrates, high‑grade copper and nickel concentrates but has optionality available to produce a bulk Cu‑Ni concentrate.

Job Description

We are seeking a Database Geologist to manage and maintain geoscience drill hole, sampling, and geological databases, ensuring data is accurately captured, governed, quality controlled, preserved and accessible to support resource estimation, technical studies, mine development and operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of geological data, implementing best‑practice data management processes and providing trusted datasets for operational and strategic decision‑making.

Core Responsibilities (amongst others):

• Manage, maintain, and develop the acQuire drill hole database, sampling, assay, and related geoscience databases, ensuring data integrity, security, accessibility, and long‑term preservation.
• Implement best‑practice data governance, standards, procedures, protocols, and audit‑ready workflows aligned with company requirements.
• Ensure validated, fit‑for‑purpose geoscience data is available to support modelling, resource estimation, technical studies, reporting, mine planning, and operational readiness.
• Support QAQC, sample tracking, laboratory data workflows, and data quality reviews through reliable data capture, loading, validation, and availability.
• Support spatial data management, data extraction, reporting, and delivery of geoscience data products.
• Provide database access, user support, training, and mentoring to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Geo IM, Geoscience, Exploration, IM, laboratories, and vendors to improve data integration, workflows, templates, digital tools, and database systems.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies into drill core logging workflows, such as Assisted Core Logging where relevant.

Qualifications

• MSc degree in Geology, Geoscience, Mining Geology or similar required
• Proven experience in geoscience database management, including advanced SQL skills, data validation, governance, quality control, maintenance, and reporting. Experience with acQuire database administration is highly preferred, particularly beyond user‑level experience, including back‑end configuration, development, and troubleshooting
• Good understanding of assaying, sampling workflows and QAQC principles to ensure data is accurate and fit for purpose.
• Good understanding of exploration and mining data types and how data from different methods is captured, managed, validated and integrated within geoscience database workflows.
• Knowledge of Resource and Reserve reporting codes, such as SAMREC, JORC or NI 43‑101, is beneficial.

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Additional Information

Who we are

At Anglo American, we’re redefining what it means to mine responsibly. We lead with integrity, care deeply about people and the planet, and constantly push the boundaries of innovation to work safer and smarter. From reducing water and energy use to pioneering precision extraction technologies, we’re committed to sustainable practices that deliver real impact—today and for generations to come.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

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