Technical Services Manager ADNOC UAE

Technical Services Manager at ADNOC is required to report to the VP, Technical Services manager, the Chief Geologist, exploration manages a staff of 20 salaried and hourly geologists, hydrologists, and technicians. The Chief Geologist is responsible for day to day operational geology, dewatering drilling, development drilling and exploration programs. The Chief Geologist ensures the safe execution of day to day operational geology group including ore control and blending. The successful candidate will also ensure the continued development and tracking of the water management program. Also, the Chief Geologist will oversee site exploration and development drill programs including coordination and collection of geological and survey data, proper sample protocol, Quality Control/Quality Assurance and development and updates to the geologic models. Job ID for this vacancy is 21247.

Duties Of Technical Services Manager

• Under general supervision, provides technical advice and guidance in mineralogical exploration, testing and analysis at assigned site.
• Supports and performs routine and complex mineralogical analysis on exploration, mine and plant samples.
• Will implement and develop procedures and protocols for mineralogical instrumentation such as Microscopy (optical, SEM-EDS-WDS, QEMSCAN), XRD, NIR and Particle-Size Analysis.
• The Senior Exploration Geologist must show strength in the following:
• Maintain a safe working environment for all employees, contractors and the public.
• Develop, coordinate, and lead epithermal-focused exploration programs within budget.
• Motivate programs and effective reporting of exploration activities and implications of results.
• Assist in the development of exploration models for epithermal gold deposits and target/project generation activities.
• Proactively supervise 3rd party properties; initiate reviews as warranted.
• Forward planning to ensure efficient and timely coordination of resources required for preparation and conduct of exploration activities.
• Preparation of annual programs and budgets.
• Ensuree programs are consistent with ADNOC’s strategic needs and goals.
• Reviews and recommends new or enhanced mineralogical analyses, testing equipment or protocols, reports analytical issues related to exploration, mine geology, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, and environmental concerns and may make recommendations to the Senior Mineralogist for correction.
• Assists specific sample preparation work and application of ore characterization methods.
• Performing and coordinating general material characterization projects and handling related analytical data for reporting.
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
• Maintains a current working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements For Technical Services Manager

The eligibility requirements for the role of Technical Services Manager are as under:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related scientific discipline.
• 7-10 years of applicable experience and expertise in exploration for a variety of gold deposits with an emphasis on epithermal and sediment-hosted systems in variety of geologic environments.

Skills & Knowledge Desired

• Knowledge of the principles and methods used in complex mineralogical analyses.
• Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with minimum supervision.
• Functional knowledge of multiple resource calculation methods, exploration programs, and UAE geology are all preferred.
• Significant experience working with mine planning software (preferably MinePlan).
• Significant experience working with databases (preferably AcQuire).
• Proficiency in spatial software (ArcGIS preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Significant experience working with presentation software (preferably Power Point).
• Ability to operate light vehicles.
• Extensive travel required.
• Solid understanding of geology, mineral camps, and prospective geologic terrain for discovery of gold deposits.
• Coordinate peer reviews of exploration programs.
• Coordinate the timely and accurate compilation of exploration results and review project progress for weekly reporting.
• Contribution to the preparation and presentation of quarterly reviews.
• Preparation of material as required for inclusion in company presentations.
• Participate in annual budget project review.

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