Geologist

Maaden; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Maaden is seeking a Geologist to support open pit and underground mining operations in Saudi Arabia. You will perform geological mapping, data collection, report writing, and support grade control and reconciliation, working with mining engineers on site.

You will use Leapfrog, Surpac, and MS Office, maintain records, and participate in safety training to promote best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology.
• 2-3 years’ experience in open pit/underground mining operations.
• 3D geological software including Leapfrog and Surpac; MS Office knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological mapping and sampling of mine.
• Assist in collection and analysis of geological data.
• Prepare reports and maintain geological records.
• Support grade control predictions and daily operation reporting.
• Collaborate with mining engineers on site.

Skills

Geology fundamentals

Data analysis

Technical report writing

Communication

Safety regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Surpac

MS Office

Job description

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in safety training and promote a safe working environment.
• Conduct geological, structural mapping and sampling of mine.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of geological data.
• Manage the sampler and the spotter on site, collect data, and write reports at the end of the shift.
• Perform Ore markups.
• ROMPAD supervision to make sure that the bleeding plan is executed
• Assist the Senior Mine Geologist for the grade control prediction, BMM and daily mine operation reporting
• Assist the mine geologist for RC grade control drilling planning
• Manage the daily RCGC site and make sure the sample quality is in place
• Perform RCGC logging, follow up with lab for sample dispatch and database validation.
• Provide geological expertise to ensure optimal mining practices.
• Use geological software’s to analyze and interpret data
• Maintain accurate records of geological findings and prepare reports.
• Collaborate with mining engineers and other professionals on site.

Classification : Restricted Confidential

• Collect the weekly geology report and compile them into one report and monthly operations data.
• Interprets gathered data/information, logs and samples borehole drill cores utilizing accepted geological techniques.
• Support model-mine-mill reconciliation and use results to drive improvements in Resource Models.
• Monitor, evaluate and report the performance of direct reports.
• Monitor, evaluate and apply current industry technical and operational best practice in the field of geosciences.
• Organize processes of geological support for all the mines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology

Minimum Experience

• 2- 3 years’ Experience in open pit/underground mining operations.
• 3D Geological software including leapfrog, Surpac, major courses in grade control, MS office

Ma’aden High-Performance Competencies

• Analytical, Strategic thinking and problem solving.
• Integrity & Ownership, Communication
• Teamwork, collaboration and continuous improvement

Skills

• Technical report writing, problemsolving, Data analysis, Communication.
• Knowledge of Mine Safety Regulations and Industry Best practices.
• Geovia Surpac, Leapfrog and MS Office Software package.
• knowledge of relational databases, technology and industry standards and best practices regarding the collection, storage Production Geology.