Copper Exploration Section Lead

Ma'aden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ma’aden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM) seeks a Section Head, Geology to lead geological programs advancing copper resource opportunities. The role focuses on high-quality data, robust interpretations, and strategic exploration insights to inform investments and growth.

You will manage mapping, drilling, sampling, and data integration with a strong emphasis on governance, safety, and team development to strengthen resource confidence across the exploration portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree in Geology, Economic Geology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Translate exploration strategy into geological programs that accelerate copper resource discovery and project advancement.
• Identify, rank, and mature exploration targets based on geological potential, risk, and business value.
• Deliver high-confidence geological interpretations that support resource growth and project investment decisions.
• Govern geological mapping, drilling, sampling, logging, and interpretation activities to ensure technical integrity.
• Strengthen geological models through integration of field, geophysical, geochemical, and drilling data.
• Improve resource confidence through industry-leading geological methodologies and standards.
• Deliver exploration campaigns safely, efficiently, and within budgets.
• Prioritize high-value targets and technical work programs to optimize expenditure.
• Ensure timely reporting of exploration results, discoveries, and key insights.
• Maintain compliance with exploration, environmental, safety, and governance requirements.
• Manage geological risks through robust reviews, assurance processes, and data validation.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and accessibility for future studies.

Skills

Geology

Exploration Strategy

Resource Modeling

Geological Mapping

Data Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

Master’s degree in Geology

Job description

Ma’aden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM) seeks a Section Head, Geology to lead geological programs advancing copper resource opportunities. The role focuses on high-quality data, robust interpretations, and strategic exploration insights to inform investments and growth.

You will manage mapping, drilling, sampling, and data integration with a strong emphasis on governance, safety, and team development to strengthen resource confidence across the exploration portfolio.