{"id":4166938,"url":"https://alion.io/job/saudi-gold-refinery-exploration-manager","title":"Exploration Manager","company":{"id":4422816,"name":"Saudi Gold Refinery","domain":"sgr-sa.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/sgr-sa","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Manatal","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"staff","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Riyadh, Saudi Arabia"],"countries":["SA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":15,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-12T13:42:21Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-12","last_verified_at":"2026-11-12T13:42:21Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"Exploration Manager - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia\nAbout Saudi Gold Refinery\nSaudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is a Saudi mining and precious-metals company specialized in the refining of gold and precious metals, bullion production, and value-added precious-metal services. Operating within the Kingdom's mining value chain, SGR is aligned to the Vision 2030 mining pillar and to the regulatory framework set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) and applicable Saudi and international standards. We produce responsibly sourced, traceable, and certified bullion, operate to LBMA Good Delivery and ISO-aligned quality standards, and invest in the people, processes, and controls behind every bar we produce.\nRole Overview\nSaudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is seeking an Exploration Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to lead the identification and evaluation of gold mineral assets. This role drives the technical strategy for securing domestic feedstock through rigorous geological assessment and drilling programs. The manager ensures all exploration activities comply with Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources regulations and international reporting standards.\nThe Exploration Manager will report directly to the Exploration Director and will play a key role in expanding SGR's resource base. This position impacts the company's long-term supply security by delivering validated mineral resources for downstream refining operations.\nKey Responsibilities\nThe following responsibilities define the core accountabilities for this position.\nExploration Strategy Execution\nThe role develops and implements annual exploration plans that target high-potential gold deposits within licensed concessions. This includes budget management and resource allocation to maximize discovery potential.\nField Operations Oversight\nThis position supervises drilling contractors and field teams to ensure safe and efficient data collection. It enforces strict adherence to technical specifications and HSE protocols during all field activities.\nResource Modeling and Estimation\nThe manager oversees the creation of geological models and mineral resource estimates using industry-standard software. It ensures all estimates comply with JORC or NI 43-1 reporting codes.\nRegulatory Compliance Management\nThe role maintains all necessary exploration licenses and permits through proactive engagement with MIM and SGS. It submits required technical reports and ensures full compliance with Saudi mining laws.\nData Quality Assurance\nThis position implements rigorous QA/QC procedures for sampling and assay processes to guarantee data integrity. It validates laboratory results through systematic analysis of standards and duplicates.\nTeam Leadership and Development\nThe manager recruits and mentors geological staff to build a competent and safety-conscious team. It conducts performance evaluations and fosters professional growth among direct reports.\nStakeholder Engagement\nThe role liaises with internal departments and external partners to align exploration activities with corporate goals. It manages relationships with local communities and regulatory authorities to facilitate smooth operations.\nTechnical Due Diligence\nThis position evaluates potential acquisition targets or joint venture opportunities through technical assessment. It provides recommendations on the geological viability and risk profile of new assets.\nQualifications\n Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences is required for this position.\n Candidates must have at least 15 years of exploration experience with 5 years in a management role.\n Proven expertise in gold exploration within arid environments is essential.\n Proficiency in geological modeling software such as Leapfrog Geo or Datamine is required.\n Strong knowledge of JORC or NI 43-1 reporting standards is mandatory.\n Experience in managing drilling contractors and field operations is necessary.\n Fluency in English is required for technical reporting and communication.\n Willingness to travel to remote sites within Saudi Arabia is a condition of employment.\nPreferred / Nice-to-have\n Advanced degree in Economic Geology or a related field is preferred.\n Familiarity with Saudi mining regulations and MIM licensing processes is advantageous.\n Professional geologist certification is highly desirable.\n Experience in metallurgical testing and refining integration is a plus.\nSuccess Metrics\n Completion of the annual drilling program within the approved budget and timeline.\n Delivery of a compliant mineral resource estimate for priority targets.\n Zero recordable safety incidents during field operations.\n Timely renewal of all exploration licenses without regulatory issues.\n Implementation of a validated QA/QC protocol for all assay data.\n Successful mentoring and development of at least two junior geologists.\n Identification of new high-potential targets for future exploration cycles.\nEqual Opportunity Statement:\nSaudi Gold Refinery welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. 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