Junior Exploration Geologist

Ajlan & Bros Holding; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading exploration company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Geologist to handle geological mapping, logging of drill core, and conducting fieldwork. Candidates should have a BSc in geology and enjoy extended fieldwork under challenging conditions. The ideal applicant will also have experience in mining or exploration, strong GIS skills, and the ability to work as part of a team. This role offers exposure to inclement weather and demands physical resilience.

Qualifications

• Mining or exploration experience including mapping and drill logging.
• Skills in GIS and/or mining/exploration software appreciated.
• Enjoy fieldwork and live in the field for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform geological mapping and logging duties.
• Ensure systematic logging of drill core and compliance with procedures.
• Prepare reports on activities as requested.

Skills

Geological mapping

GIS software skills (e.g. QGIS)

Drill logging

Basic structural geology

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

BSc in geology

KSA Light duty driving license (manual gearbox)

Good spoken and written English

MS Office skills

Job description

Overview

The Geologist is one of a team within exploration responsible for day to day geological duties.

These will include (this is not exclusive);

• Geological mapping, making structural measurements and lithological descriptions
• Logging of diamond drill core according to company procedures
• Logging of RC drill chips according to company procedures
• Sampling outcrops and or soil sampling
• Logging and sampling trenches
• Operating GIS software, e.g. QGIS
• The Geologist reports directly to the Senior Geologist
• In general, all geological duties

Key Responsibilities

• General knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of a geologist
• Completion of geological mapping accurately, gathering all required data
• Systematic logging of drill core, ensuring all data is captured in line with Company procedures
• RC drill logging completed in compliance with Company procedures
• Ensures QAQC systems are followed
• Engages positively to create a safety culture and reports any accidents or near misses
• Ensures all captured data is stored correctly on the Company’s IT systems
• Utilises data to produce geological maps and interpretations, and shares these with team members
• Looks after Company equipment and vehicles, where allocated, and ensures any deficiencies are reported
• Ensures camp and offices are kept in good order, either directly or with designated staff (if hired)
• Prepares reports on activities as requested
• Performs any other similar or related duties as required

Experience

• Mining or exploration experience including mapping and drill logging
• Skills in GIS and/or mining/exploration software will be well regarded
• Basic abilities in structural geology (taking measurements, recording), to be discussed at interview
• Knowledge of mineral identification/rock description, to be assessed either through providing rock samples to candidate as part of interview, or through a field assessment

Other Requirements

• Candidate must enjoy fieldwork, and be able to live in the field for extended periods
• Practical, able to solve problems
• Pays attention to detail
• Organized
• Teamwork
• Resilient in difficult conditions

Qualifications (Education & Certifications)

Essential:

• BSc in geology
• A good level of spoken and written English
• KSA (manual gearbox) Light duty driving license
• MS Office skills

Desirable

First Aid qualification

Significant walking is required, to cover the terrain adequately. At times physical labour may be needed, for example to move core boxes or samples, if field assistants are not available, using correct manual handling technique

• Driving 10%
• Walking and standing 80%
• Sitting 10%

Work is performed year-round, predominantly outside, with exposure to inclement and frequently hot weather. Terrain is demanding to walk over

Possible environments with high levels of noise, dust, dirt, moving drilling machinery, etc