Exploration Geologist: Field Mapping & Drilling

Yellow Mine; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Yellow Mine is seeking an Exploration Geologist to support planning and execution of geological exploration across Saudi Arabia. The role involves fieldwork, mapping, sampling, logging and data interpretation to identify and evaluate mineral deposits.

You will maintain accurate records, coordinate with drilling contractors, and contribute to technical reports and presentations under supervision of the Technical Manager. Field readiness and travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology or related discipline is required.
• 1–4 years of relevant geology/mineral exploration experience.
• Basic mapping, mineral identification, sampling and core logging knowledge.
• Exposure to RC and/or Diamond Drilling.
• Familiarity with geological QA/QC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological field investigations and mapping to identify mineralization zones.
• Document rock types, lithology, structures and alteration zones during field work.
• Participate in rock-chip, soil, trench and drill-core sampling.
• Coordinate RC and/or DD drilling with contractors.
• Log drill cores and document lithology and mineralization.

Skills

Arabic-English communication

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geology or related discipline

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Leapfrog Geo

Surpac

Micromine

Job description

Yellow Mine is seeking an Exploration Geologist to support planning and execution of geological exploration across Saudi Arabia. The role involves fieldwork, mapping, sampling, logging and data interpretation to identify and evaluate mineral deposits.

You will maintain accurate records, coordinate with drilling contractors, and contribute to technical reports and presentations under supervision of the Technical Manager. Field readiness and travel are required.