Geologist

Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC) seeks a Geologist for mining operations. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing geological data, supporting grade control planning, and ensuring on-site safety compliance. Proficiency in Leapfrog and Surpac is preferred, along with 2–3 years of field experience in open pit or underground mining.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Geology and collaboration with engineers to improve resource models and reporting. On-site work in Saudi Arabia is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology; 2–3 years experience in open pit/underground mining.
• 3D geological software including Leapfrog and Surpac; major courses in grade control and MS Office.
• Knowledge of mine safety regulations and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Participate in safety training and promote a safe working environment
• Conduct geological data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Collaborate with mining engineers on site
• Maintain records and prepare weekly/monthly geological reports

Skills

Analytical

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Data analysis

Report writing

Geology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

Geovia Surpac

Leapfrog

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
• 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

Classification

Restricted Confidential

Bachelor's degree in Geology2- 3 years Experience in open pit/underground mining operations.3D Geological software including leapfrog, Surpac, major courses in grade control, MS officeMa aden

High-Performance Competencies: Analytical, Strategic thinking and problem solving. Integrity & Ownership, Communication Teamwork, collaboration and continuous improvementSkills: Technical report writing, problemsolving, Data analysis, Communication. Knowledge of Mine Safety Regulations and Industry Best practices. Computer skills in: 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.