Geologist jobs in Singapore

Ma’aden, established in 1997, is one of the fastest-growing mining companies in the world and the largest multi-commodity mining and metals company in the Middle East. We are leading the development of the mining industry to become the third pillar of Saudi Arabia’s economy by building a world-class, unique, and fully integrated mining value chain.

We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity for the below mentioned position. This role offers a chance to contribute to our ambitious growth and play a key part in shaping the future of mining in the Kingdom.

Location: Riyadh

Education: Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or related field; master’s degree or specialization in Economic Geology or Resource Estimation is advantageous.

Years of Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in geological modeling, resource estimation, or related roles, with progressive experience in mineral exploration and mining projects.

Leadership and team management skills: Ability to lead and motivate a team of geologists, technicians, and data analysts to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to analyze complex geological data, interpret geological information, and develop reliable geological models and resource estimates.

Strong technical knowledge and proficiency in geological modeling software, such as Leapfrog, Gemcom, or Surpac, and geostatistical techniques for resource estimation.

• Lead geological modeling and resource estimation activities, including compiling geological data, interpreting geological information, and developing geological models using specialized software.
• Manage a team of geologists, technicians, and data analysts, providing leadership, guidance, and technical support to ensure accurate and reliable geological models and resource estimates.
• Conduct geological data analysis and interpretation, including drill hole logging, lithological analysis, and structural interpretation, to identify mineralization trends and geological controls.
• Collaborate with exploration and drilling teams to design drilling programs, plan sampling campaigns, and collect geological data for input into geological models.
• Build geological models using geological modeling software, such as Leapfrog, Gemcom, or Surpac, incorporating geological data, structural data, and assay results to create 3D representations of ore bodies and mineral deposits.
• Perform resource estimation and classification using geostatistical methods and techniques, such as kriging, inverse distance weighting (IDW), or ordinary kriging (OK), to quantify mineral resources and reserves.
• Validate and QA/QC geological models and resource estimates, including cross-validation with drill hole data, comparison with historical data, and sensitivity analysis to assess model robustness.
• Generate geological reports, resource statements, and technical documents for internal use, regulatory compliance, and reporting to stakeholders, including management, investors, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical expertise and support to project teams, including engineers, mine planners, and metallurgists, interpreting geological models, and resource estimates, and providing insights for project planning and development.
• Stay updated on the best practices in industry, advancements in geological modeling software, and changes in regulatory requirements related to resource estimation and reporting.

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