Drilling Supervisor

SAUDI ARABIAN RESOURCES COMPANY; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Gold Refinery SGR seeks a Drilling Supervisor in Riyadh to oversee surface and underground drilling operations for exploration projects. You will manage on-site crews and contractors to deliver high-quality geological data while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Reporting to the Drilling Manager, you will optimize drilling productivity, drive adherence to HSE standards, and coordinate logistics across remote mining sites, ensuring project milestones are met with minimal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of seven years in drilling operations with at least three in supervision.
• Experience with RC and diamond drilling in hard rock environments.
• Strong HSE knowledge and contractor management abilities.
• Ability to interpret geological plans and adjust drilling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily drilling activities to meet exploration plan specs and minimize downtime.
• Enforce permit-to-work, LOTO, and regular safety inspections to mitigate hazards.
• Verify drill hole surveys and proper core sample handling for data integrity.
• Evaluate contractor performance and manage budgets and obligations.
• Coordinate rig mobilization/demobilization and ensure timely supply delivery.
• Troubleshoot drilling equipment and ensure minimal non-productive time.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance with laws and permits.
• Prepare daily/weekly reports on progress, downtime, and materials usage.

Skills

Leadership

English fluency

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related

Tools

Reverse Circulation drilling

Diamond drilling

Drill rigs operation

Job description

Role Overview

Saudi Gold Refinery SGR is seeking a Drilling Supervisor in Riyadh Saudi Arabia to oversee surface and underground drilling operations for our exploration projects This role ensures that all drilling activities are executed safely efficiently and in strict compliance with technical specifications and regulatory standards The supervisor will manage contractor performance and internal crews to deliver high-quality geological data for resource definition The Drilling Supervisor will report directly to the Drilling Manager and will play a key role in optimizing drilling productivity and maintaining rigorous HSE standards This position requires a disciplined leader who can manage complex logistical challenges and ensure operational continuity in remote mining sites

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Execution The role directs daily drilling activities to ensure penetration rates and core recovery meet the technical specifications of the exploration plan while minimizing downtime


• HSE Compliance This position enforces strict adherence to permit-to-work and lockout tagout procedures and conducts regular safety inspections to mitigate operational hazards


• Quality Assurance The supervisor verifies the accuracy of drill hole surveys and ensures proper handling and labeling of core samples to maintain data integrity for geological modeling


• Contractor Management The role evaluates contractor performance against key metrics such as safety records and meterage achieved and manages contractual obligations effectively


• Budget Control This position monitors operational expenditures for fuel and consumables ensuring that drilling activities remain within the approved annual budget


• Workforce Development The supervisor identifies training needs for drilling crews and coordinates with HR to deliver technical upskilling programs in line with Saudization goals


• Reporting and Analysis The role prepares detailed daily and weekly reports on drilling progress downtime reasons and material consumption for management review


• Logistics Coordination This position coordinates the mobilization and demobilization of rigs and ensures timely delivery of supplies to remote drilling sites


• Technical Troubleshooting The supervisor diagnoses and resolves mechanical and operational issues with drill rigs to prevent extended periods of non-productive time


• Regulatory Liaison The role ensures that all drilling activities comply with Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources regulations and environmental permits

Success Metrics

• Achieves 95 of the annual drilling meterage target within the approved budget


• Maintains a total recordable incident frequency rate of zero across all supervised activities


• Reduces non-productive time due to equipment failure by 10 through improved maintenance oversight


• Ensures 100 compliance with chain-of-custody protocols for all core samples


• Successfully trains and certifies five local Saudi drillers in advanced rig operation


• Implements a standardized reporting format that reduces data entry errors by 15


• Delivers all drilling projects on schedule without compromising safety or quality standards

Equal Opportunity Statement

Saudi Gold Refinery welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Hiring decisions are made based on role requirements skills experience and alignment with Saudization and Vision 2030 priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related technical field is required.


• Minimum of seven years of experience in drilling operations with at least three years in a supervisory capacity.


• Proven expertise in managing reverse circulation and diamond drilling programs in hard rock environments.


• Strong understanding of HSE management systems and risk assessment methodologies.


• Demonstrated ability to manage contractor performance and control operational budgets.


• Proficiency in interpreting geological plans and adjusting drilling techniques accordingly.


• Fluency in English is required for technical reporting, with Arabic proficiency preferred.


• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to remote exploration sites within Saudi Arabia.


• Preferred / Nice-to-haveExperience with exploration projects that support downstream refining or resource estimation.


• Familiarity with Saudi mining laws and Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources requirements.


• Experience implementing digital drilling data capture systems.


• Certification in well control or advanced drilling troubleshooting.


• Track record of successful Saudization and local workforce development initiatives.