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Projects Pioneers Contracting Company

<p><b>Job Title:</b> Site Assistant / Project Site Assistant<br/><b>Location:</b> Mining Project Site<br/><b>Department:</b> Operations / Administration</p><p>Job Summary</p><p>The Site Assistant supports daily site operations by assisting the project team with administrative, coordination, and basic operational tasks. The role helps ensure smooth communication between site departments, maintains records, supports manpower and logistics activities, and assists supervisors in meeting project requirements safely and efficiently.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist the site team with day-to-day administrative and operational support.</li><li>Maintain site records, reports, attendance, and filing systems.</li><li>Support supervisors in coordinating manpower, materials, and equipment requirements.</li><li>Prepare and update documents such as timesheets, leave records, gate passes, and internal reports.</li><li>Help arrange site transport, accommodation, and other logistics for employees and visitors.</li><li>Coordinate with HR, procurement, warehouse, and camp departments when required.</li><li>Track incoming and outgoing documents, tools, materials, and consumables.</li><li>Assist in monitoring site office supplies and request replenishment when needed.</li><li>Support HSE and site management in organizing meetings, inductions, and training records.</li><li>Ensure proper communication between site staff and head office.</li><li>Receive phone calls, emails, and inquiries, and direct them to the relevant department.</li><li>Assist in preparing monthly progress summaries and workforce data.</li><li>Perform other duties assigned by the Site Supervisor, Project Coordinator, or Site Manager.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Diploma or bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Administration, Business, or related field preferred.</li><li>1&ndash;3 years of experience in site administration, project support, or assistant roles.</li><li>Experience in mining, construction, drilling, or industrial projects is an advantage.</li><li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.</li><li>Ability to maintain records and prepare reports accurately.</li><li>Good communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.</li><li>Ability to work in remote site conditions and under pressure.</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills.</li><li>Basic understanding of site safety rules and procedures.</li></ul><p>Preferred Skills</p><ul><li>Good coordination and follow-up skills.</li><li>Ability to work with different departments and nationalities.</li><li>Problem-solving mindset and willingness to support field operations.</li><li>Time management and attention to detail.</li><li>Professional attitude and teamwork spirit.</li></ul><p>Working Conditions</p><ul><li>Based at mining project site.</li><li>May require long working hours, shift work, or rotation schedule.</li><li>Must comply with all site safety, security, and company policies.</li></ul><p>Reporting To</p><ul><li>Site Supervisor / Project Coordinator / Site Manager</li></ul><p>For a mining company, this position can also be titled:</p><ul><li><b>Site Administrative Assistant</b></li><li><b>Project Assistant</b></li><li><b>Operations Assistant</b></li><li><b>Site Coordinator Assistant</b></li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: ﷼2,000.00 - ﷼2,500.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Assistant (Mining Project)

<p><b>Job Title:</b> Store Keeper<br/><b>Location:</b> Gold Mining Project Site, Saudi Arabia<br/><b>Department:</b> Warehouse / Stores / Supply Chain<br/><b>Reports To:</b> Store Supervisor / Warehouse Manager / Camp Manager</p><p><b>Job Summary</b></p><p>The Store Keeper is responsible for receiving, storing, issuing, and maintaining materials, tools, spare parts, safety items, and consumables required for gold mining operations. The role ensures proper stock control, accurate record keeping, safe storage practices, and timely issuance of materials to support uninterrupted site activities. The Store Keeper must also be able to communicate effectively in English with supervisors, vendors, and site departments.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Receive incoming materials, spare parts, tools, PPE, fuel-related items, and consumables as per delivery documents and purchase orders.</li><li>Inspect delivered items for quantity, quality, and condition before acceptance.</li><li>Arrange proper storage of materials in designated locations according to company procedures and safety requirements.</li><li>Issue materials only against approved store requests, material requisitions, or authorized documents.</li><li>Maintain accurate stock records manually and/or in inventory management systems.</li><li>Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock checks and assist in periodic inventory audits.</li><li>Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels and report shortages, slow-moving items, and critical stock requirements.</li><li>Label and identify all materials properly to avoid loss, damage, or incorrect issuance.</li><li>Keep the warehouse/store clean, organized, and safe at all times.</li><li>Ensure proper handling and storage of hazardous, flammable, fragile, and high-value items in line with HSE standards.</li><li>Coordinate with procurement, maintenance, warehouse, and site operations teams for material availability and replenishment.</li><li>Prepare stock reports, goods receipt notes, issue vouchers, bin cards, and other store-related documentation.</li><li>Assist in tracking tools, equipment, and spare parts issued to departments or site personnel.</li><li>Support year-end and periodic inventory verification activities.</li><li>Report damaged, expired, excess, or obsolete stock to management.</li><li>Follow company policies, site rules, and Saudi safety regulations.</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Diploma or secondary school certificate; additional certification in stores, warehouse, or inventory management is an advantage.</li><li>Minimum 2&ndash;5 years of experience as a Store Keeper, Warehouse Assistant, or similar role.</li><li>Experience in mining, construction, heavy equipment, industrial, or oil &amp; gas projects is preferred.</li><li>Experience handling mechanical spare parts, electrical items, tools, PPE, lubricants, and site consumables is an advantage.</li></ul><p><b>Skills and Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Good knowledge of storekeeping, inventory control, and material handling procedures.</li><li>Ability to maintain stock registers, bin cards, and inventory records accurately.</li><li>Basic knowledge of spare parts, tools, maintenance materials, and mining site consumables.</li><li>Familiarity with ERP systems, inventory software, or MS Excel is preferred.</li><li>Good organizational and housekeeping skills.</li><li>Attention to detail and accuracy in stock transactions.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure in remote mining site conditions.</li><li>Honest, dependable, and disciplined approach to material control.</li></ul><p><b>English Communication Requirement</b></p><ul><li>Must have <b>good English communication skills</b>, both written and verbal.</li><li>Able to read delivery notes, invoices, purchase orders, material requests, and stock reports in English.</li><li>Able to communicate with supervisors, procurement teams, vendors, and multinational site staff in English.</li><li>Basic Arabic speaking ability is an added advantage.</li></ul><p><b>HSE Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Comply with all company HSE policies and mining site safety procedures.</li><li>Use proper PPE while handling and issuing materials.</li><li>Ensure safe stacking, storage, and housekeeping inside the warehouse/store.</li><li>Immediately report unsafe conditions, damaged racks, spills, or incidents.</li><li>Support safe storage of chemicals, lubricants, and hazardous materials where applicable.</li></ul><p><b>Working Conditions</b></p><ul><li>Based at a remote gold mining project site in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>May work extended hours, shifts, or rotation schedules depending on project needs.</li><li>Work involves warehouse operations, material lifting supervision, stock inspections, and outdoor coordination when required.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Candidate Profile</b></p><ul><li>Mining or heavy industry storekeeping experience.</li><li>Familiar with spare parts for generators, pumps, drilling equipment, crushers, vehicles, and heavy machinery.</li><li>Good English communication and reporting ability.</li><li>Able to work independently in site-based camp environments.</li></ul><p><b>Salary and Benefits</b></p><ul><li>As per company policy and candidate experience.</li><li>Accommodation, transport, food allowance, medical insurance, and annual leave as per company policy and Saudi Labor Law.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: ﷼3,000.00 - ﷼4,000.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Store Keeper (Gold Mining Project)

<p>Job Title: Mining &amp; Blasting Supervisor</p><p>Location: Gold Mining Project Site, Saudi Arabia</p><p>Department: Mining Operations</p><p>Reports To: Mining Manager</p><p>Job Summary</p><p>The Mining Supervisor &ndash; Drill &amp; Blast is responsible for supervising daily mining activities related to drilling, charging, blasting, ore/waste movement coordination, and crew safety at the project site.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Supervise day-to-day drill and blast activities at the gold mining site. Lead and monitor blasting crews, drillers, offsiders, and related support workers during each shift.</p><p>Ensure charging and blasting are carried out only by authorized personnel holding the required blasting certificate and internal site approvals.</p><p>Coordinate blasting schedules with mine planning, geology, survey, load &amp; haul, and maintenance teams.</p><p>Verify blast areas are prepared, barricaded, cleared, and declared safe before firing.</p><p>Duties Specific to Blasting Certificate Holders</p><p>Personally supervise or carry out charging and blasting activities where permitted by company policy and legal/site authorization.</p><p>Confirm all explosives are issued, used, reconciled, and documented properly.</p><p>Inspect blast holes for depth, alignment, water condition, and readiness before charging.</p><p>Manage misfire procedures strictly according to approved blast management plans.</p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Quarrying, Geology, or related field.</p><p>Valid blasting certificate / shotfirer certification / explosives handling authorization acceptable for mining operations.</p><p>Additional supervisor safety training is preferred.</p><p>Saudi Arabia mining project experience is highly preferred.</p><p>Gold mining, open-pit, or underground drill-and-blast experience is an advantage depending on project type.</p><p>Experience Required</p><p>Minimum 5&ndash;8 years of mining experience, with at least 2&ndash;4 years in a supervisory drill &amp; blast role.</p><p>Proven experience in supervising blasting crews, production activities, and shift operations.</p><p>Experience in gold mining projects is preferred.</p><p>Familiarity with blast planning, charging, initiation systems, and blast performance monitoring.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: ﷼6,500.00 - ﷼8,500.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Mining & Blasting Supervisor

takween exploration service

<div></div><div><div><div><div><b>إسم الجهة:</b> </div><div>takween exploration service
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<div><div><b>مسمى الوظيفة الشاغرة:</b></div> <div><b>Mineral Drilling Supervisor</b></div>
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<div><div><b>مجال العمل:</b> </div><div>أخرى [ عرض كل الوظائف في هذا التصنيف ]</div>
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<div><div><b>مكان الوظيفة:</b> </div><div>نجران - منطقة نجران</div>
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<div><div><b>تاريخ الإضافة:</b> </div><div>19/04/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>المهام والوصف الوظيفي:</b>
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<div><div><li>We are pleased at Takween Exploration Services Co &amp; SASROCK to announce multiple career opportunities across our drilling and exploration operations</li><br>
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Drilling Supervisor<br>
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https://lnkd.in/dCSFDgKd<br>
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The ideal candidate shall be leading and managing a site rigs team of Drillers and Assistant Driller / Offsiders.<br>
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Operational Management:<br>
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<li>Supervise and coordinate daily drilling activities on-site.</li><br>
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<li>Plan drilling operations in alignment with project schedules, budgets, and client requirements.</li><br>
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<li>Ensure correct rig set-up, alignment, and drilling practices for various formations.</li><br>
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<li>Monitor drilling performance, penetration rates, and core recovery to optimize efficiency.</li><br>
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<li>Troubleshoot technical and operational problems, including stuck rods, fluid loss, or unstable formations.</li><br>
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<li>Ensures the highest level of safety, health and environmental work standards are maintained. Inspect drill sites and work areas to confirm safety and address hazards before work begins.</li><br>
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<li>Lead the drilling teams through toolbox talks at the start of Day &amp; Night shifts.</li><br>
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<li>Verify pre-checks on all vehicles, equipment, and rigs before each shift.</li><br>
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<li>Manage surface and underground drilling rig activities and closely monitor the field rig operations, including continuous performance improvements in both personnel and equipment. Ensure that performance and issues are recorded and reported.</li><br>
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<li>Develop and implement a rigorous preventative maintenance schedule, leveraging data-driven insights to minimize equipment downtime and operational costs</li><br>
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Team Leadership:<br>
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<li>Lead and manage drilling crews, ensuring clear communication of tasks and responsibilities.</li><br>
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<li>Provide on-the-job training and guidance to operators, assistants, and support staff.</li><br>
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<li>Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and safety among crew members.</li><br>
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Technical Oversight:<br>
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<li>Ensure proper use of drilling fluids, downhole tools, and core recovery equipment.</li><br>
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<li>Verify accuracy and completeness of drilling logs, depth records, and daily reports.</li><br>
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<li>Inspect equipment regularly and coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs or servicing.</li><br>
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<li>Ensure samples are collected, preserved, and documented according to specifications.</li><br>
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Reporting &amp; Client Interface:<br>
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<li>Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and end-of-project reports as required.</li><br>
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<li>Communicate regularly with project managers, geologists, and clients regarding progress and challenges.</li><br>
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<li>Provide technical input and recommendations to improve drilling performance and safety.</li><br>
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Qualifications &amp; Experience:<br>
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree Mining/ Geology is a plus.</li><br>
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<li>Minimum 5 &ndash; 7 years&rsquo; experience in drilling operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.</li><br>
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<li>Proven expertise in diamond core drilling and/or reverse circulation drilling.</li><br>
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<li>Solid understanding of drilling fluids, downhole survey tools, and geological formations.</li><br>
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<li>Strong knowledge of HSE practices in drilling operations.</li><br>
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<li>Proficiency in preparing and reviewing drilling reports.</li><br>
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<li>Fluency in English language.</li></div>
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<div><div><b>الشروط والمهارات:</b>
</div><div><ul><li>mineral mining drilling</li>
<li>mineral mining drilling</li>
<li>mineral mining drilling</li>
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<div><div><b>اللغات المطلوبة للوظيفة:</b>
</div><div><ul><li>الإنجليزية-ممتاز</li>
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<div><div><b>نوع الوظيفة:</b>
</div><div><ul><li>دوام كامل</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>نطاق الراتب:</b> </div><div>غير محدد</div>
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<div><div><div>المتطلبات الأساسية
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<div><div><b>الجنس:</b> </div><div>رجال
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<div><div><b>هذه الوظيفة متاحة لـ:</b> </div><div>متاحة للجميع
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<div><div><b>الحد الأدنى لمستوى التعليم:</b> </div><div>دبلوم سنتين فأكثر
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<div><div><b>الحد الأدنى لمستوى الخبرة:</b> </div><div>مستوى متوسط (خبرة من 4 إلى 10 سنوات)</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Mineral Drilling Supervisor

<p><b>Job Title:</b> Project Coordinator<br/><b>Industry:</b> Gold Mining / Mining Operations<br/><b>Location:</b> Medina, Saudi Arabia</p><p><b>Job Summary:</b><br/>The Project Coordinator will support the planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of gold mining project activities in Saudi Arabia. The role requires close coordination with site teams, contractors, suppliers, and management to ensure project tasks are completed safely, on time, and in line with operational requirements. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational ability, good knowledge of site coordination, and effective English communication skills for reporting, correspondence, and coordination with multicultural teams.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Coordinate daily project activities between site teams, management, contractors, and suppliers.</li><li>Assist in planning project schedules, manpower deployment, material follow-up, and site logistics.</li><li>Monitor project progress and prepare regular status updates, reports, and meeting minutes.</li><li>Track project documentation including approvals, site records, attendance, timesheets, and operational reports.</li><li>Liaise with procurement, HR, administration, and maintenance teams to ensure project support requirements are met.</li><li>Follow up on material delivery, equipment availability, and site requirements to avoid delays.</li><li>Support the Project Manager in handling project correspondence, documentation, and reporting.</li><li>Coordinate with HSE and site supervisors to ensure project activities comply with safety requirements and company procedures.</li><li>Maintain proper filing of project documents, contracts, drawings, permits, and related records.</li><li>Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, record action points, and follow up on pending tasks.</li><li>Communicate with internal and external stakeholders in English through emails, reports, and verbal coordination.</li><li>Assist in preparing presentations, work progress summaries, and management reports.</li><li>Ensure all project data is updated and shared accurately with relevant departments.</li><li>Support mobilization and demobilization activities for manpower, equipment, and site resources.</li><li>Perform other coordination and administrative duties related to mining project operations.</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or diploma in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, Mining, or related field.</li><li>Minimum 3&ndash;5 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in mining, construction, heavy industry, or site operations.</li><li>Experience in gold mining projects or remote site operations will be an advantage.</li><li>Knowledge of project documentation, reporting, and coordination processes.</li><li>Familiarity with Saudi Arabia project environments and site practices is preferred.</li></ul><p><b>Required Skills:</b></p><ul><li>Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.</li><li>Ability to draft professional emails, reports, meeting minutes, and official correspondence in English.</li><li>Good coordination and follow-up skills.</li><li>Strong organizational and time management ability.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.</li><li>Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with multicultural teams.</li><li>Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.</li><li>Basic understanding of mining site activities, project workflow, and safety requirements.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Competencies:</b></p><ul><li>Knowledge of project scheduling and tracking tools.</li><li>Understanding of mining operations, site logistics, and contractor coordination.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors, operators, and management.</li><li>Problem-solving mindset and proactive follow-up approach.</li></ul><p><b>Working Conditions:</b></p><ul><li>Based at mining project site or project office in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>May require travel between site and head office as per project requirements.</li><li>Work may involve remote site coordination and extended working hours depending on project needs.</li></ul><p><b>English Communication Requirement:</b><br/>The candidate must be able to communicate effectively in English with management, contractors, clients, and site personnel. This includes writing emails, preparing reports, conducting follow-ups, attending meetings, and handling daily project correspondence professionally.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: ﷼3,500.00 - ﷼4,500.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Project Coordinator (Gold Mining Project Site)

MA'ADEN

<div><p>Job Purpose
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The Manager, Geology Operational Readiness is responsible for building and implementing a structured readiness and handover model across BMNM geology operations. The role ensures that both new projects and existing operations have the systems, field capability, leadership discipline, and operating standards required to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality geology support to mining and processing.
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The position is not limited to start-up readiness. It is also responsible for lifting current site geology teams toward a world-class level of operational performance by improving field execution, strengthening geology&ndash;mining interaction, clarifying accountability, and embedding standardized operating practices across the business.
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This role requires a strong operational mining background and practical field credibility. The successful candidate may come from geology, mining engineering, or a related mining discipline, but must be capable of leading site-based performance improvement, readiness assessments, capability building, and transition of ownership from corporate oversight to site execution.
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Key Accountabilities
</p><div>Operational Readiness and Handover Framework
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<ul><li>Lead the implementation of a structured operational readiness and handover framework across BMNM operations and growth projects.
</li><li>Define readiness stages, maturity criteria, and handover requirements for site geology functions.
</li><li>Ensure sites progress through a disciplined readiness pathway from corporate support to full operational ownership.
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<ul><li>Assess existing site geology teams, systems, and routines against required operating standards.
</li><li>Identify capability gaps in field execution, supervision, grade control, reconciliation, and data quality.
</li><li>Drive targeted improvement plans to strengthen site operational performance and readiness.
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<ul><li>Establish and reinforce clear field expectations for drilling supervision, geological mapping, sampling standards, dig polygon definition, ore/waste boundaries, and dilution control.
</li><li>Ensure geology teams operate with strong field presence and practical understanding of mining priorities.
</li><li>Promote disciplined routines and consistency in operational geology delivery across all sites.
</li></ul></div><div>Mining&ndash;Geology&ndash;Processing Integration
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<ul><li>Strengthen the working interface between geology, mine operations, mine planning, and processing teams.
</li><li>Ensure geology systems and decisions are aligned with mining realities, operational constraints, blending requirements, and plant feed performance.
</li><li>Support sites in improving practical mine-to-geology interaction and day-to-day execution quality.
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<ul><li>Implement a readiness KPI and dashboard framework to track site maturity, handover progress, training completion, reconciliation performance, and operational discipline.
</li><li>Monitor site readiness through defined metrics such as reconciliation accuracy, GC vs MRE variance, audit scores, training coverage, and succession readiness.
</li><li>Use performance dashboards to drive action, accountability, and follow-up across sites.
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<ul><li>Ensure site geology workflows, SOPs, reporting templates, sampling standards, and reconciliation processes are fit for purpose and consistently applied.
</li><li>Standardize critical operational geology processes across BMNM while allowing practical adaptation to site conditions.
</li><li>Support readiness reviews, audits, and formal handover sign-off processes.
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<ul><li>Coach site superintendents and operational geology leaders on field leadership, operational accountability, and performance management.
</li><li>Support succession planning and readiness of site leadership teams.
</li><li>Help define the standard of leadership and execution expected from operational geology teams.
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<ul><li>Drive improvement initiatives focused on dilution, selectivity, blending, sampling quality, field discipline, and reconciliation performance.
</li><li>Capture lessons learned from site reviews, project start-ups, and operational issues and convert them into improved practice.
</li><li>Benchmark BMNM site geology readiness and operational performance against world-class mining standards.
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Minimum Qualifications:
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<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related mining discipline
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 12+ years in mining operations, grade control, or operational geology with strong field exposure.
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Ma&rsquo;aden High Performance Competencies:
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<ul><li>Safety Leadership
</li><li>Operational Discipline
</li><li>Accountability &amp; Ownership
</li><li>Results Orientation
</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Influence
</li><li>Continuous Improvement
</li><li>Capability Building
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<ul><li>Strong operational mining mindset with field credibility
</li><li>Deep understanding of grade control, dilution, ore loss, selectivity, reconciliation, and mining-geology interaction
</li><li>Ability to assess site capability and convert findings into practical readiness actions
</li><li>Strong leadership and coaching capability with site-based teams
</li><li>Strong knowledge of KPI-driven management systems and performance dashboards
</li><li>Practical understanding of start-up, ramp-up, handover, and transition environments
</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management across technical and operational teams
</li><li>Ability to translate technical requirements into practical field routines and site standards.</li></ul></div></div>

Manager, Geology Operational Readiness

<div><div>About Maaden
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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&rsquo;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.
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Job purpose
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Leads a dedicated Advanced Stage Special Projects function within Maaden&rsquo;s Exploration Division, with full accountability for the evaluation, maturation, and strategic advancement of emerging mineral commodity opportunities, including but not limited to uranium, rare earth elements (REE), silica, and other non-core commodities that extend beyond Maaden&rsquo;s existing portfolio.
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Operating with a high level of technical discretion, strategic insight, and confidentiality, the role is responsible for:
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<ul><li>Coordinating complex technical, regulatory, and strategic workstreams, ensuring seamless integration across geology, permitting, infrastructure, and stakeholder engagement.
</li><li>Driving the transition of unconventional mineral targets from early-stage concepts to advanced exploration phases, including resource definition, feasibility support, and pre-development positioning.
</li><li>Upholding strict confidentiality protocols and ensuring full compliance with internal governance and external regulatory frameworks.
</li></ul>The Manager plays a critical role within a team that is focused on in unlocking future resource potential, directly contributing to Maaden&rsquo;s long-term growth, portfolio diversification, and strategic competitiveness. By combining technical leadership with strategic execution, the role supports Maaden&rsquo;s ambition to responsibly expand its mineral footprint and capitalize on emerging global opportunities.
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Key Accountabilities
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The Manager leads the end-to-end execution of Special Exploration Projects, overseeing their full lifecycle from conceptualization to strategic positioning. The role functions as a strategic integrator, ensuring that all project components are executed with precision, confidentiality, and alignment to Maaden&rsquo;s long-term resource development strategy.
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1. Initiating and refining exploration concepts for non-traditional mineral commodities (e.g., uranium, rare earth elements)
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2. Helping to screen and prioritize targets based on geological potential, strategic fit, and regulatory feasibility
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3. Coordinating field operations, including drilling, sampling, and geophysical surveys, in alignment with technical and safety standards
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4. Navigating regulatory frameworks, securing permits, and managing compliance across jurisdictions
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5. Engaging multidisciplinary teams and external partners, including geology, infrastructure, permitting, and government affairs, to ensure integrated project delivery
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6. Positioning emerging mineral opportunities for advancement within Maaden&rsquo;s broader exploration and development pipeline
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7. Operates under the strategic direction and oversight of the Director, Advance Stage Special Projects
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8. Holds operational responsibility for executing approved technical plans, managing resources, and coordinating internal and external stakeholders
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9. Makes day-to-day decisions within the boundaries of Maaden&rsquo;s corporate policies, governance frameworks, and strategic priorities
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10. Accountable for project deliverables and milestone execution, subject to regular portfolio reviews and checkpoint evaluations to ensure compliance, performance, and strategic alignment
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11. Supports project prioritization and resource allocation, providing recommendations based on technical merit, risk assessment, and strategic value
</p><div>Minimum Qualification, Experience and Competencies
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Minimum Qualification
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<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a closely related field.
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<ul><li>Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with exposure to greenfield and early-stage frontier projects.
</li><li>Exposure to advanced exploration-development projects and associated technical data deliverables.
</li><li>Proven ability to support the evaluation and advancement of mineral resources.
</li><li>Working knowledge of permitting processes, ESG factors, and national regulatory requirements relevant to the mining or energy sectors.
</li><li>Strong proficiency in geological modeling, and basic knowledge of resource estimation, and management of exploration workflows.
</li><li>Sound understanding of financial planning, cost evaluation, and assessing speculative projects within budget and capital constraints.
</li><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in a managerial capacity leading multidisciplinary teams within exploration or related technical domains.
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with executive leadership, regulatory authorities, and external partners to support project goals, stakeholder alignment, and compliance objectives.
</li></ul>Maaden High Performance Competencies
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<ul><li>Strategic Thinking
</li><li>Technical Mastery
</li><li>Collaboration and Influence
</li><li>Results Orientation
</li><li>Innovation and Continuous Improvement
</li></ul>Skills
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<ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
</li><li>Project management and stakeholder engagement
</li><li>Proficiency in process simulation and data analysis tools (Leapfrog Geo, GIS, ioGas experience well regarded)
</li><li>Excellent communication and leadership abilities</li></ul></div></div>

Exploration Advance Stage Special Projects, Manager

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