Principal Structural Geologist

SAUDI GEOPHYSICAL CONSULTING OFFICE (A Sole Proprietorship); Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in geophysical consulting is seeking a Principal Structural Geologist to enhance exploration excellence. The role involves structural analysis, mentoring geologists, and developing methodologies. Candidates should possess broad exploration experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Broad exploration experience in multiple terrains and significant knowledge of at least 3 commodities.
• Extensive knowledge of applied exploration techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis to determine controls on mineralization.
• Model structures and complex ore bodies in 3D for mineral estimation.
• Mentor geologists in the field.

Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Principal Structural Geologist Job Description

We are seeking a Principal Structural Geologist to collaborate with our technical team to achieve exploration excellence. The role involves maintaining and developing methodologies and SOPs, from core orientation and quality control to detailed structural analysis. The successful candidate will ensure continued team development, including geological understanding (mineralogy, structure, etc.) and training in modern exploration methods.

The Principal Structural Geologist is expected to solve geological problems through the interpretation of structural data to understand geological history and processes. Responsibilities include conducting structural analysis to determine controls on mineralization, modeling structures, lithologies, and complex ore bodies in 3D for mineral estimation, and interpreting structures from regional geophysical datasets (magnetics, gravity, IP, etc.). The role also involves working across all Maaden exploration camps and mentoring geologists in the field.

Qualifications and Experience

• Broad exploration experience in multiple terrains (at least 2) and significant knowledge of at least 3 commodities, with understanding of an additional 2 or international recognition in a single commodity or exploration process, with proven expertise in geological mapping, data interpretation, and modeling.
• Multicontinent exploration experience.
• Sound commercial skills and resource estimation or feasibility study experience.
• Ability to commercialize technical expertise.
• Extensive knowledge of applied exploration techniques.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Practical problem-solving skills and recognizing areas for improvement with specific action recommendations.
• Ability to generate geological ore body models supported by discoveries of likely ore.
• Ability to articulate a clear program vision and exercise good judgment.
• Strong pattern recognition and discovery history.
• Flexibility to shift commodity focus quickly.
• Predictive skills based on familiar and historical data.
• Ability to handle complexity and apply long-term planning based on experience.

Leadership and Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership skills and ability to develop others.
• Experience working in multicultural environments and managing teams abroad.
• Excellent communication skills and media presentation experience.
• Passion for discovery, fieldwork, and scientific problem solving.
• Self-motivated, able to prioritize, and collaborative.
• Maturity, authoritative presence, and well-established internal and external networks.