Principal Exploration Geologist – Mining And Exploration

Fugro

Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Fully remote
15 years mineral exploration experience
5 years senior consulting role
Greenfield and brownfield exploration expertise
Fugro is seeking a Principal Exploration Geologist for their Dammam, Saudi Arabia location, focusing on leading mineral exploration projects and fostering business growth through innovative geoscience techniques. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mineral exploration and resource development, with strong leadership and communication skills

Job Summary

  • This senior-level position provides technical leadership and strategic direction for exploration programs to identify new mineral deposits and optimize resource value.
  • The role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle from feasibility studies to closure while driving business growth through innovative solutions.
  • Candidates must develop resource estimation methodologies in compliance with international standards like JORC and NI 43-101 while mentoring junior geoscientists.

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Fugro is seeking a Principal Exploration Geologist for their Dammam, Saudi Arabia location, focusing on leading mineral exploration projects and fostering business growth through innovative geoscience techniques. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mineral exploration and resource development, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15 years mineral exploration experience
  • 5 years senior consulting role
  • Greenfield and brownfield exploration expertise
  • VMS and orogenic gold deposit knowledge
  • Leapfrog Surpac Micromine ArcGIS proficiency
  • JORC NI 43-101 resource estimation compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Arabian-Nubian Shield regional experience
  • Advanced structural geology studies
  • Remote sensing and geochemical survey skills
  • Entrepreneurial approach to execution
  • Continuous improvement in workflows

Key Requirements

  • MSc or PhD in Geology
  • Minimum 15 years relevant experience
  • At least 5 years in senior principal role
  • High proficiency in geological modeling software

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