Lead Geologist, Geometallurgy

Key Accountabilities

Geometallurgical Modeling / Ore Characterization
•    Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the geometallurgical framework linking ore types to processing behavior (grindability, sulphur, recovery, reagent consumption).
•    Build and maintain geometallurgical datasets supporting short-, medium-, and long-term planning.
•    Provide predictive insights on ore behavior to support mine planning, blending, and processing strategies..
Blending / Processing Support
•    Work closely with mining and processing teams to define optimal ore blends, considering sulphur content, gold grade, hardness, and metallurgical response.
•    Support POX feed stability through proactive ore type management and forward-looking metallurgical predictions.
•    Translate geological variability into practical, operational guidance for daily and weekly production planning.
Testwork / Laboratory Oversight
•    Define and oversee metallurgical testwork programs (grindability, leach tests, GRG, reagent optimization).
•    Ensure QA/QC protocols are applied consistently across all metallurgical testwork and laboratory activities.
•    Supervise laboratory workflows, equipment calibration, and data validation..
Operational Performance / Continuous Improvement
•    Analyze plant performance data against ore characteristics and blends to identify improvement opportunities.
•    Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing recovery, reducing reagent consumption, and improving plant stability.
•    Contribute geometallurgical input to technical reports, forecasts, and management dashboards..
Cross-Functional Integration
•    Act as the technical interface between Geology, Mining, Processing, and MRM functions.
•    Participate in regular operational meetings to communicate expected ore behavior and associated risks.
•    Provide geometallurgical input into technical studies, life-of-mine planning, and future ore source evaluations.
Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Minimum Qualifications: 
    Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Mining Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
    Strong track record in Mineral Resource estimation, reconciliation, and governance under JORC/CRIRSCO.
    Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams in complex mining operations.
    Experience with resource governance frameworks, audit processes, and database systems (Acquire preferred).
    Recognized as (or eligible to be) Competent Person under JORC/CRIRSCO.
Minimum Experience:
    8+ years’ experience in geometallurgy, metallurgical analysis, or plant–ore interface roles. Strong background in gold processing, ore variability analysis, and metallurgical testwork. Proven experience working closely with processing plants to improve recovery and performance.
Ma’aden High Performance Competencies:

Skills:
•    Geometallurgical modeling and data interpretation
•    Metallurgical testwork design and QA/QC
•    Ore blending strategy and plant feed optimization
•    Strong analytical and communication skills
•    Ability to operate effectively in high-demand operational environments.