Sr. Resource Geologist

TVI Resource Development (Phils.) Inc.; Davao de Oro; On-site; PHP 892,800 - 1,339,200; Full time

Job summary

A resource development company is seeking a Senior Resource Geologist to evaluate and maintain mineral resources with a focus on porphyry and epithermal systems. This role involves developing geological models, ensuring alignment with operational realities, and providing technical leadership. Applicants should have significant geological experience, including a bachelor’s degree in Geology and extensive hands-on experience in mining operations. The position is based in Pantukan Davao De Oro, with competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant geological experience.
• Experience with porphyry and epithermal mineral systems.
• Practical experience in operating mines, open pit and/or underground.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain geological and resource models.
• Support resource models integration with mining constraints.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior geologists.

Skills

Geological interpretation

Geostatistics

Resource estimation

Technical report writing

Communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

Postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in Economic Geology or related field

Tools

Leapfrog

Datamine

Surpac

Vulcan

Micromine

Job description

Job Description

KINGKING MINING CORPORATION (KMC) IS HIRING for Senior Resource Geologist

Role:

The Senior Resource Geologist will be responsible for the evaluation, estimation, and ongoing maintenance of mineral resources, with a strong focus on porphyry and epithermal style. The role requires a mature, hands‑on geologist with practical experience working in active mining operations, capable of bridging geological interpretation with operational realities.

Key Functions:

• Develop, update, and maintain geological and resource models in accordance with JORC / NI 43-101 / CIM/ PMRC or other relevant reporting codes.
• Interpret complex geological datasets for porphyry and epithermal mineral systems, including lithology, alteration, structure, and mineralization controls.
• Perform grade estimation using appropriate geostatistical methods and ensure defensible assumptions.
• Prepare and support resource statements, technical reports, and internal reviews.

Operational Integration

• Work closely with mine geology, planning, and mining operations to ensure resource models are practical, realistic, and aligned with mining constraints.
• Provide geological input into short‑ and long‑term mine planning.
• Support reconciliation between resource models, grade control, and production data.
• Participate in site visits, mapping, and drilling programs as required.

Drilling & Data Management

• Design and review resource extension and infill drilling programs.
• Ensure QA/QC protocols are implemented and monitored.
• Validate and manage geological databases, including drillhole, assay, and geological data.

Technical Leadership & Mentoring

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and mid‑level geologists.
• Review geological interpretations and resource work completed by others.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of geological and resource workflows.

Stakeholder & Compliance

• Support audits, due diligence reviews, and external consultant engagements.
• Communicate resource risks, uncertainties, and opportunities clearly to management.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, reporting codes, and safety requirements.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology and With valid PRC license in Geology.
• Postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in Economic Geology or related field is advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant geological experience, including significant time in resource geology.
• Demonstrated experience with porphyry and epithermal.
• Practical, hands‑on experience in operating mines, either open pit and/or underground.
• Proven track record of delivering mineral resource estimates for producing or advanced‑stage projects.
• Strong proficiency in industry‑standard software (e.g. Leapfrog, Datamine, Surpac, Vulcan, Micromine, or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of geostatistics, resource classification, and uncertainty analysis.
• Experience with grade reconciliation and mine‑to‑model comparisons.
• Strong geological interpretation skills in structurally complex systems.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
• Sound technical judgment developed through operational exposure.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable making defensible decisions under operational and time constraints.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex geological concepts to non‑geologists.

• Collaborative mindset with respect for operational, planning, and mining teams.
• Willing to be assigned in Pantukan Davao De Oro

Jade Pajente

HR Specialist TVI Resource Development (Phils.) Inc.

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Working Location

Pantukan Davao De Oro