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About the Role

Maaden is seeking a Senior Geologist II to join its team in the Khurais oil field, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position provides essential technical support and geological expertise to Exploration and Resource Development (ERD) operations. The role involves close collaboration with geologists, engineers, and other technical professionals to ensure the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of exploration activities, contributing directly to the corporate Strategy 2040 by focusing on areas with high geological potential.

Operational Leadership and Development

The Senior Geologist II is responsible for the direct supervision of field teams executing exploration and geotechnical drilling programs, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to best practices. This includes training geoscientists and field personnel in drill program management, geological and geotechnical logging, and data management processes, with regular quality control checks. The position also oversees the compilation and reporting of drill program metrics and results to relevant stakeholders within the Execution and Geoscience groups. A key focus is on driving continuous improvement by implementing workflow enhancements that boost productivity, data quality, safety, and operational efficiency. Additionally, the role involves updating procedural documentation and collaborating with the broader Geoscience community across Maaden to promote and share professional standards and best practices.

Key Accountabilities

• Promote a "Safety First" culture within the 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.
• Conduct comprehensive geological assessments and surveys to define advanced exploration targets and prioritize areas for further investigation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including geophysicists, geochemists, and engineers, to optimize exploration strategies and integrate multi-disciplinary data.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret geological data from various sources, including drill core samples, geophysical data, and remote sensing imagery. Apply advanced geological techniques and software tools to identify mineralization patterns, structural controls, and potential deposit extensions.
• Prepare accurate and comprehensive technical reports, including exploration progress reports, geological interpretations, and annual reports. Communicate exploration findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders and management.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and technological advancements related to geology and recommend implementation of new technologies or practices as appropriate.

Experience and Technical Skills

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in geology, specifically within exploration and resource development operations.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise field teams and manage drilling programs effectively.
• Proficiency in geological and geotechnical logging, data management processes, and quality control.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting geological data, including drill core, geophysical, and remote sensing imagery.
• Experience with advanced geological techniques and software tools for identifying mineralization patterns and structural controls.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills for presenting findings to stakeholders and management.

Collaborative Environment

This role operates within a collaborative environment, requiring close interaction with geophysicists, geochemists, and engineers to optimize exploration strategies and integrate multi-disciplinary data. The Senior Geologist II will also engage with the broader Geoscience community across Maaden to foster professional standards and best practices.

Application Information

Candidates interested in this full-time Senior Geologist II position at Maaden are encouraged to apply.