Senior Exploration Geologist

Closure Date: November 27th 2026

Senior Exploration Geologist

Job ID: 34290 MIN

Job Specifications

Position: Senior Exploration Geologist

Location: Middle East(Project Site) with periodic travel as required.

Reports to: CEO / Exploration Director

Webpage:

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Exploration Geologist to lead and support exploration programs focused on porphyry copper-gold-molybdenum deposits. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing exploration targets from early-stage evaluation through resource definition integrating geological interpretation with drilling programs and multidisciplinary technical teams.

Company History

A private mining company recognized for its agility non-bureaucratic culture and expat-friendly environment has selected JDV Partners as a strategic recruitment partner to ensure a successful selection for the aforementioned position as well as to add value to the extensive recruitment strategy with market knowledge trends and previous track record in handling similar searches.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead geological exploration programs for porphyry copper-gold-molybdenum projects.
• Interpret geological structural geochemical and geophysical data to generate and prioritize exploration targets.
• Design supervise and evaluate diamond drilling and RC drilling programs.
• Develop and maintain robust geological and alteration models.
• Conduct resource interpretation and collaborate with Resource Geologists on mineral resource estimations.
• Prepare technical reports presentations and exploration updates for senior management.
• Coordinate geological consultants laboratories and external contractors.
• Mentor junior geologists and promote technical excellence within the exploration team.
• Ensure compliance with international HSE standards and company procedures.
• Support due diligence activities and technical evaluations of potential acquisitions when required.

Position Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Geology (Masters Degree preferred).
• Professional registration where applicable.
• 1315 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration.
• Extensive experience in porphyry copper gold and molybdenum deposits.
• Proven experience designing and managing drilling campaigns.
• Experience with resource definition drilling and geological modelling.
• Previous international mining experience is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of porphyry systems.
• Leapfrog Geo.
• ArcGIS/QGIS.
• Datamine Micromine or similar geological software.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Technical report writing.

Competencies

• Strategic thinking.
• Strong analytical capability.
• Leadership.
• Decision making.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in multicultural environments.
• High ethical standards.
• Results-oriented.

Compensation

Our client will provide an attractive remuneration package. This role presents as an excellent opportunity for a Professional to further their career with a world-class mining organization.

Contact us

and one of our consultants will be getting in touch with you.