Senior Gold Exploration Manager – Saudi Arabia

SAUDI ARABIAN RESOURCES COMPANY; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Gold Refinery SGR seeks an experienced Exploration Manager in Riyadh to lead the identification and evaluation of gold mineral assets. You will drive the technical strategy for securing domestic feedstock, supervise drilling programs, and ensure compliance with Saudi regulations and international reporting standards.

The role reports to the Exploration Director, builds a capable geological team, and contributes to expanding SGR's resource base for downstream refining operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences required.
• Minimum 15 years of exploration experience with at least 5 years in a management role.
• Proven gold exploration experience in arid environments.
• Proficiency with Leapfrog Geo or Datamine for geological modeling.
• Strong knowledge of JORC or NI 43-101 reporting standards.
• Experience managing drilling contractors and field operations.
• Fluency in English for technical reporting.
• Willingness to travel to remote sites in Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual exploration plans targeting high-potential gold deposits.
• Supervise drilling contractors and field teams, ensuring safe data collection and adherence to specs and HSE.
• Oversee geological modeling and mineral resource estimates using standard software; ensure compliance with reporting codes.
• Maintain licenses/permits through engagement with MIM and Saudi authorities; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Implement QA/QC procedures for sampling and assay processes to ensure data quality.
• Recruit and mentor geological staff; conduct performance reviews and support career growth.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners to align exploration with corporate goals.
• Evaluate acquisitions or JV opportunities through technical assessments and risk analysis.

Skills

Geology

Leadership

Exploration strategy

HSE compliance

Geological modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Datamine

Job description

Saudi Gold Refinery SGR seeks an experienced Exploration Manager in Riyadh to lead the identification and evaluation of gold mineral assets. You will drive the technical strategy for securing domestic feedstock, supervise drilling programs, and ensure compliance with Saudi regulations and international reporting standards.

The role reports to the Exploration Director, builds a capable geological team, and contributes to expanding SGR's resource base for downstream refining operations.