Senior Geologist

About the Role

Maaden is seeking a Senior Geologist to join their team in the Northern Frontier. This full-time role is responsible for developing personnel, systems, and procedures within the grade control drilling team to ensure safe and efficient mining practices. The Senior Geologist will provide geological expertise for mining activities, focusing on meeting refinery bauxite requirements on grade, maximizing reserves, and minimizing costs, all while adhering to health, safety, and environmental objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the implementation and adherence to the company’s EHS policy, procedures, and systems by all employees and contractors.
• Complete all site-specific audits related to EHS requirements.
• Develop and update geological and resource models.
• Interpret geological, geophysical, and drilling data.
• Plan and manage grade control drilling programs.
• Oversee sampling, QA/QC, and database integrity.
• Conduct production and grade reconciliation activities.
• Prepare geological reports, maps, and technical presentations.
• Coordinate with mining, drilling, and resource teams to ensure resource quality and compliance with customer specifications.
• Oversee monthly, weekly, and daily grade control functions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the Mine and Refinery regarding all geological issues.
• Participate in mine production forecasting and short- to medium-term planning.
• Plan and implement grade control drilling programs according to the mine plan.
• Participate in annual budget preparation, providing estimates for field and office expenses, new equipment, and maintenance.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of monthly progress reports on field and office activities.

Technical Expertise and Program Implementation

This role involves various phases of office, plant, field, laboratory, and geosciences work. The Senior Geologist will assist with the implementation of approved programs on specific licenses within budget guidelines, ensuring technical quality, vastness of mineral deposits, and personnel safety. They will also participate in the development of exploration programs and budgets, and collect and analyze material in the mine. Technical expertise will be provided to all departments, including Maaden employees and contractors operating within the mine.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in geology, particularly within a mining context. The role requires a strong understanding of geological principles and their application in mining operations, along with the ability to manage and interpret complex data.