Senior Specialist, Geology

Maaden; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Maaden is seeking an experienced geologist to provide advanced geological expertise in exploration, resource evaluation, and mine planning. The role focuses on improving data quality, confidence in resources, and sustainable mining operations.

The successful candidate will lead geological modelling, resource estimation, and technical reporting, coordinating with planning and operations to guide strategic decisions and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree or relevant professional membership preferred.
• 8–12 years of experience in mining, exploration, or resource geology.
• Experience in geological modelling, resource estimation, drilling, and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Geological analysis and modelling: conducts mapping, sampling, logging, data interpretation; develops and reviews geological models and resource reports.
• Exploration and operational support: plans drilling programs, evaluates targets, advises planning, engineering and operations teams.
• Standards and improvement: maintains data, documentation and reporting standards; monitors risks and regulatory requirements; mentors junior personnel.

Skills

Geological interpretation

Geological modelling

Mineral resource estimation

Geostatistics

Core logging and sampling

Exploration program management

Geological data quality

Technical reporting and communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Geology or Earth Sciences

Master’s degree or professional membership preferred

Job description

Why This Role Matters

Provides advanced geological expertise to support mineral exploration, resource evaluation, mine planning, and operational decision-making. The role strengthens geological data quality, resource confidence, and sustainable mining operations.

Job Description

Why This Role Matters

Provides advanced geological expertise to support mineral exploration, resource evaluation, mine planning, and operational decision-making. The role strengthens geological data quality, resource confidence, and sustainable mining operations.

What You Will Deliver

Geological Analysis and Modelling

• Conducts geological mapping, sampling, logging, and data interpretation.
• Develops and reviews geological models, resource reports, and technical assessments.
• Identifies geological uncertainties and recommends mitigation actions.

Exploration and Operational Support

• Plans and monitors drilling programs and exploration campaigns.
• Evaluates exploration targets and recommends future opportunities.
• Provides geological advice to planning, engineering, and operational teams.

Standards and Improvement

• Maintains geological data, documentation, and reporting standards.
• Monitors geological risks and applies HSE and regulatory requirements.
• Improves geological practices and mentors junior personnel.

What Success Looks Like

• Geological data and models are accurate, complete, and reliable.
• Exploration programs deliver high-quality geological information.
• Geological risks and uncertainties are identified and addressed.
• Technical recommendations improve planning and operational decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree or relevant professional membership is preferred.

Experience

• 8 to 12 years of relevant experience in mining, exploration, or resource geology.
• Experience in geological modelling, resource estimation, drilling, and technical reporting.

Skills That Matter

• Geological interpretation and modelling
• Mineral resource estimation and geostatistics
• Core logging and sampling
• Exploration program management
• Geological data quality and validation
• Technical reporting and communication
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Coaching and knowledge transfer