About Maaden
JOB DESCRIPTION
Maaden, 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.
Job Purpose
Oversee and manage a team of geologists. Contribute to the advanced-stage exploration of Industrial Minerals (IM) & New Materials (NM) operations strategy to deliver resources in core commodities and to fulfil Exploration & Resource Development (ERD) strategy. Contribute to meeting corporate Strategy 2040 focusing on areas with highest geological potential.
Key Accountabilities
- Support target identification testing and delineation across advanced-stage IM & NM commodities.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for the exploration of advanced-stage IM & NM, including targets, cost management etc.
- Direct and oversee the identification and evaluation of new IM & NM deposits with potential for economic or industrial development purposes.
- Lead and contribute to the creation of advanced-stage IM & NM exploration operations plans, budgets, and justifications to forecast potential cost of exploration activities. Monitor IM & NM exploration budgets and report budgets status to prevent over and underspending.
- Manage, monitor, and assess advanced-stage IM & NM exploration KPIs (drill targets, new resources, etc.).
- Oversee, plan, and manage all geological research activities within your team of geologists. Act as an expert in the field of geology.
- Oversee, prepare, and provide accurate and timely advanced-stage IM & NM exploration operations reports to relevant internal and external parties and stakeholders as required.
- Manage the design, coordination, and management of IM & NM exploration programs and site investigations to identify deposits amenable to economic extractive operations in future.
- Promote a “Safety First” culture in advanced-stage IM & NM exploration operations team and implement the Environment, Health, Safety and Security (EHSS) management system to ensure team members fulfill standard EHSS processes and operating procedures.
- Drive automation, new technologies, artificial intelligence, digitalization, advanced analytics, and data-driven optimization to streamline advanced-stage IM & NM exploration operations.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Geoscience and / or Mining Engineering
- Experience in target generation & grassroots exploration
Minimum Experience
10 years of experience in geology within mining industry, with 3 years of experience across management roles
Familiarity with KSA mining, minerals, and exploration sector
Maaden High Performance Competencies
- Leadership
- Achievement drive and results orientated
- Communication
- Developing others
- Teamwork & collaboration
- Analytical thinking
Skills
- Strong project management skills to manage numerous advanced-stage NM exploration sites & supervise licensing process
- Solid analytical skills to assess project feasibility
- Excellent negotiation skills to ensure buy-in of government officials
- Extensive knowledge of JORC and N143-401 standards for mineral sampling
- Broad experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)
- Exceptional technical skills across geosciences & deep expertise in explorational analyses
- Strong communication skills to ensure strategy understanding throughout organization
- Expertise in advanced exploration-related positions
- Become safety advocate - anywhere and everywhere and foster safety culture across team members
Benefits
- Career Growth
- Competitive Salaries
- Comprehensive Package
- Inclusive Work Environment
- Work-Life Balance
- Employee wellness
