Senior Drilling Operations Manager – Gold Mining

SAUDI ARABIAN RESOURCES COMPANY; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) in Riyadh seeks a Drilling Operation Manager to lead and optimize exploration and production drilling activities. You will ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and technical standards set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.

You will report to the Drilling Director and drive Saudization while delivering high-quality geological data for assay and resource modeling in a fast-paced refining network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 10 years of drilling operations experience, with 5 years in a senior management role.
• Experience in reverse circulation and diamond core drilling.
• Knowledge of Saudi mining regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large budgets and complex contractor agreements.
• Excellent command of English for technical reporting and communication.
• Willingness to work in remote locations and travel within the Kingdom.
• Valid driving license and clean safety record.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Master's degree in a relevant engineering or business field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drilling Program Execution – oversee daily drilling program execution to meet meterage targets safely and efficiently.
• HSE Compliance Leadership – enforce health, safety and environmental regulations across sites and lead incident investigations.
• Contractor Performance Management – manage drilling contractor relationships and monitor performance metrics.
• Budget and Cost Control – manage drilling budget and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Technical Data Integrity – ensure accurate and secure drilling data, with chain-of-custody for samples.
• Workforce Development – drive training and Saudization initiatives for the drilling team.
• Regulatory Liaison – act as the operational contact for relevant inspections and permits.
• Equipment Maintenance Oversight – supervise maintenance schedules and spare parts inventory.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Budget management

Contractor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) in Riyadh seeks a Drilling Operation Manager to lead and optimize exploration and production drilling activities. You will ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and technical standards set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.

You will report to the Drilling Director and drive Saudization while delivering high-quality geological data for assay and resource modeling in a fast-paced refining network.