4 Geologist jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Key Responsibilities:

• Compile, manage, and maintain geological and mining databases including drilling assay, geochemical, geophysical mapping, grade control, and production data.
• Oversee the import, validation, integration, and export of geological and mining data from various sources into the database systems.
• Ensure the databases are optimized for handling large datasets from various projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues. Ensure data integrity through periodic checks, audits, and QA/QC validation procedures.
• Perform data analysis to support geological modelling, resource estimation, and mine planning.
• Prepare reports with meaningful insights and trends for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with geologists for field data collection as needed.
• Serve as a liaison with external consultants, laboratories, and other data providers.
• Collaborate with geologists, mining engineers, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate data availability.
• Assist with GIS and 3D modelling software to visualize and analyze geological data.
• Ensure compliance with JORC, NI 43101, and other industry reporting standards and best practices.
• Provide training and support to geology team members on database systems and data management best practices.
• Stay updated on new database technologies and industry advancements.
• Liaise with database software clients and IT departments for troubleshooting and improvements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors/Masters degree in Geology, Geosciences, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in geological database management systems.
• Expertise in geological software (e.g. ArcGIS, Leapfrog, Surpac, Datamine, etc.).
• Strong understanding of JORC, NI 43101, and other industry reporting standards and best practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret geological and mining data.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a capacity to think critically and troubleshoot database issues.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Senior Geologist Role

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Geologist to lead our mining team in Dubai. This critical leadership role will focus on resource modeling, geological database management, and delivering high-quality resource estimates for our gold mining operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all geology activities including geological modeling and estimation.
• Oversee the geological database ensuring data integrity and compliance with international reporting standards.
• Develop and implement robust resource estimation methodologies and QA/QC protocols.
• Closely collaborate with exploration teams to integrate new data into resource models.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior geologists.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

This position requires experience in resource geology and database management within the gold mining sector. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in geological modeling, resource estimation, and reporting. Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in geology software such as Surpac, Datamine, Micromine, Leapfrog, etc., is essential. Excellent understanding of international resource reporting codes is also required. Strong communication and leadership skills are necessary for this role.

Benefits:

This full-time role offers excellent relocation support, including air tickets and initial accommodation. A competitive salary package is available for the right candidate.

Location: Dubai UAE (On-Site Full-time relocation required)
Industry: Mining (Group Company)
Salary: Up to AED 35000 / Month (Tax-Free)

Experience: Minimum 20 Years (Resource & Database) within Gold Mining

Benefits: Basic benefits (Visa Insurance) Initial relocation support (Air ticket Initial accommodation)

We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Resource Geologist to join our mining group company based in Dubai. This is a critical leadership role focusing on resource modeling geological database management and delivering high-quality resource estimates for our gold mining operations.

Lead and manage all resource geology activities including geological modeling and estimation.
Oversee the geological database ensuring data integrity and compliance with international reporting standards (JORC/NI 43-101).
Develop and implement robust resource estimation methodologies and QA/QC protocols.
Collaborate closely with exploration teams to integrate new data into resource models.
Prepare technical reports and present findings to senior management and stakeholders.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior geologists.

Experience in resource geology and database management within the gold mining sector .
Proven expertise in geological modeling resource estimation and reporting .
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in geology software such as Surpac Datamine Micromine Leapfrog etc.
Excellent understanding of international resource reporting codes.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Willingness to relocate to Dubai UAE on a full-time basis .