Principal Geophysicist
2 Years (Renewable)
Saudi Arabia
Posted 6 months ago
Scope of Work
- Provide geophysical expertise for global exploration, new opportunities, and existing projects.
- Work across scales (continental to near-mine) and diverse deposit types (e.g., porphyry copper, magmatic Ni-Cu-PGE).
- Mentor junior geoscientists and collaborate cross-functionally.
- Field-focused role with office-based technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical teams and district-scale projects.
- Coach junior staff, prioritize field activities, and drive discoveries.
- Integrate geophysical data with geological insights for target generation.
Technical Competencies
- Exploration Expertise:
- Multicontinent experience (minimum 2 terrains, 3+ commodities).
- Mastery of geophysical methods (IP, magnetics, gravity, EM, airborne surveys).
- Feasibility study and ore-body modeling experience.
- Analytical Skills:
- Strong pattern recognition, problem-solving, and predictive modeling.
- Ability to integrate geophysical/geological data at multiple scales.
- Discovery track record.
- Behavioral Skills:
- Leadership, multicultural adaptability, and communication.
- Passion for fieldwork, collaboration, and scientific problem-solving.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s in Geoscience (MSc/PhD preferred).
- Experience:
- 15+ years in greenfield exploration, regional targeting, and geophysics.
- Proficiency in English; eligibility to work in Saudi Arabia.
- Assets: Experience in VMS, epithermal, orogenic systems.
To Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly click here to complete the online application. call or WhatsApp +233 559 096 990 for further details.
