Senior Geologist

Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Maaden Aluminium Company (MAC) is seeking a senior Mine Geologist to collect and analyze geological data, map geological structures, and support grade control decisions on site. The role requires close collaboration with mining engineers and on-site professionals to optimize mining practices.

The candidate will utilize Surpac, Leapfrog and related software to interpret data, prepare technical reports, and maintain accurate geological records for weekly and monthly operations reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology or Earth Sciences; courses in grade control procedures (< 140 chars)
• 6–8 years in mine geology with 3D software including Leapfrog and Surpac
• Excellent computer skills in Datamine Surpac, Leapfrog 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 mapping and sampling of the open pit underground mine.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of geological data.
• Collaborate with mining engineers and other professionals on site.

Skills

Technical report writing

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Grade control courses

Tools

Surpac

Leapfrog

Datamine

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 mapping and sampling of the open pit underground 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 Superintendent Geologist for the grade control prediction
• BMM or OrePro 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 to analyze and interpret data
• Maintain accurate records of geological findings and prepare reports
• Collaborate with mining engineers and other professionals on site

Classification Restricted Confidential

Collect the weekly geology report and compile them into one report and monthly operations data

External mapping and interpretation of geological structures

• Maps open pit underground mine developments in accordance with established standards
• 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
• Follow up on contractor payments including preparation and tracking of PRs and POs in coordination with relevant departments
• Review and monitor the department budget perform monthly budget checks and prepare accrual reports monthly accruals

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Geology or Earth Sciences Major, and courses in grade control procedures)

Computer literacy: MS application and related mining software's (SURPAC).

Minimum Experience: Software: 6- 8 years in mine Geology 3D Geological software including leapfrog, Surpac, major courses in grade control, MS office

Maaden High-Performance Competencies: Analytical, Strategic thinking and problem solving. Integrity & Ownership, Communication Teamwork, collaboration and continuous improvement

Skills: Technical report writing, problemsolving, Data analysis, Dommunication.

Knowledge: Mine Safety Regulations and Industry Best practices.

Excellent Computer skills in: Datamine Surpac, Leapfrog and MS Office Software package.

Strong working knowledge of relational databases, technology and industry standards and best practices regarding the collection, storage Production Geology