Section Head, Geology

Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC)

Saudi Arabia

On-site

SAR 420,000 - 640,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The Maaden Aluminium Company (MAC) invites applications for a Section Head Geology to lead geological programs accelerating copper resource discovery and project advancement within the Exploration & Resource Development unit.

You will craft high-confidence interpretations, oversee mapping, drilling and data integration, and guide portfolio decisions while developing the geology team and ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Sciences or related discipline required.
Master's degree preferred in Geology, Economic Geology or related field.

Responsibilities

Lead geological programs to identify, evaluate and mature copper resource opportunities.
Govern geological mapping, drilling, sampling, logging and interpretation to ensure technical integrity.
Ensure timely reporting of exploration results and key geological insights.
Maintain compliance with exploration, environmental, safety and corporate governance requirements.
Develop and mentor a high-performing geology team to enable continuous improvement.

Skills

Mineral Exploration

Economic Geology

Copper Deposit Evaluation

Geological Mapping & Interpretation

Resource Modeling & Estimation

Geoscience Data Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Earth Sciences

Master's degree in Geology/Economic Geology

Job description

Job Title

Section Head Geology

Reporting to

Manager Copper Projects

Business Unit / Function

Exploration & Resource Development

Department

E & RD Base Metals BM Exploration

Grade

M11

Why This Role Matters

The Section Head Geology plays a critical role in advancing Maaden's Base Metals Exploration strategy by leading geological programs that identify, evaluate, and mature copper resource opportunities within the exploration portfolio. The role ensures the generation of high-quality geological data, robust resource interpretations, and exploration insights that support investment decisions and long-term resource growth.

The position creates value by optimizing exploration outcomes, improving geological confidence, and accelerating the progression of exploration targets into economically viable mineral resources. Through technical leadership, governance, and team development, the role strengthens exploration performance, reduces geological risk, and contributes to the sustainable growth of Maaden's copper business.

What You Will Deliver

Strategy Execution & Resource Growth

Translate exploration strategy into geological programs that accelerate copper resource discovery and project advancement.
Identify, rank and mature exploration targets based on geological potential, risk and business value.
Deliver high-confidence geological interpretations that support resource growth and project investment decisions.

Geological Excellence

Govern geological mapping, drilling, sampling, logging and interpretation activities to ensure technical integrity.
Strengthen geological models through effective integration of field, geophysical, geochemical and drilling data.
Improve resource confidence through the application of industry-leading geological methodologies and standards.

Exploration Program Delivery

Deliver exploration campaigns safely, efficiently and within approved schedules and budgets.
Optimize exploration expenditure by prioritizing high-value targets and technical work programs.
Ensure timely reporting of exploration results, discoveries and key geological insights.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Maintain compliance with exploration, environmental, safety and corporate governance requirements.
Manage geological risks through robust technical reviews, assurance processes and data validation.
Ensure exploration data quality, integrity and accessibility for future studies and resource evaluations.

Stakeholder & Technical Leadership

Build strong alignment with exploration, resource geology, mining, technical services and project development teams.
Provide expert geological guidance that supports business planning, project studies and portfolio decisions.
Represent geological outcomes and recommendations to senior management and technical review forums.

People Leadership & Capability Building

Develop a high-performing geology team through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
Strengthen succession readiness and technical capability across the geology function.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Sciences or a related discipline.

Preferred

Master's degree in Geology, Economic Geology or a related field.

Experience

10-12 years of relevant geological exploration experience within mining or mineral resource development.
Proven experience in base metals exploration, preferably copper exploration projects.
Experience leading geological field programs, drilling campaigns and resource evaluation activities.
Demonstrated people leadership and team development experience.

Skills That Matter

Functional Expertise