Lead Geologist, Resource Modeller II

Job Purpose

The Lead Geologist - Resources Modeler is responsible for leading geological modeling activities and resource estimation processes to support mineral exploration and mining projects. This role involves managing geological data, building geological models, and estimating mineral resources to guide decision-making and project development.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead geological modeling and resource estimation activities, including compiling geological data, interpreting geological information, and developing geological models using specialized software.

• Collaborate with 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, Datamine, 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 to quantify mineral resources.

• 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 industry best practices, advancements in geological modeling software, and changes in regulatory requirements related to resource estimation and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Minimum 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.

Ma’aden High Performance Competencies:

Skills:

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

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