Geological Data Scientist

About the Role

Ma’aden Barrick Copper Company (MBCC) is looking for a driven Geological Data Scientist to strengthen its exploration and production support capabilities. The role focuses on turning geological and operational data into reliable, practical insights that improve workflows, reporting, and decision-making across the business.

Successful candidates will be expected to reflect MBCC’s values, including honesty and transparency, integrity, a results-oriented mindset, fit-for-purpose solutions, sustainable legacy building, accountability, zero harm, and strong partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee geological, drilling, assay, QA/QC, and production datasets so they remain accurate, complete, well-controlled, and available when needed.
• Handle large volumes of data from drilling, sampling, laboratory work, and mining activities, while tracking and resolving missing or inconsistent records with the relevant teams.
• Support geological database governance, improvement initiatives, and integration across systems such as Acquire, DataShed, IMDEXHUB, IMAGO, KRUX, and related platforms.
• Assist with laboratory audits to confirm that required quality procedures are being followed, and ensure CRM stock levels are monitored and replenishment is arranged in advance.
• Build dashboards, automated reporting, and business intelligence solutions using tools such as Power BI, SQL, Python, or comparable technologies.
• Contribute to trend analysis, reconciliation studies, operational performance reviews, and other analytics that improve mining and geology outcomes.
• Explore predictive analytics, machine learning, scenario analysis, and other data science methods to support geological and mining decision-making.
• Improve workflows through automation, reduce manual data handling, and support the roll-out of AI-enabled and digital mining initiatives.
• Maintain safety records, administrative documentation, safety reporting, performance tracking, and audit close-outs in line with company requirements.
• Work with IT, mining, procurement, and maintenance teams to ensure systems are integrated and support operational needs.
• Train and assist users on dashboards, reports, scripts, and database tools, and help introduce new hires through onboarding safety training and orientation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline such as Geology, GIS, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a closely related field.
• Additional credentials in database management, analytics, AI, or business intelligence are considered an advantage.
• Between 2 and 5 years of professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of data quality practices and reporting.
• Solid SQL and relational database management capability.
• Experience working with large, complex datasets.
• Working knowledge of Python, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytical tools.
• Basic understanding of sampling and core splitting procedures.
• Exposure to machine learning and predictive analytics.
• Experience with workflow automation and systems integration.
• Understanding of geological, drilling, assay, and production data processes.
• Familiarity with geological database platforms and mining software systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Good communication, planning, organization, and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail and a strong focus on data accuracy.
• Self-driven mindset with a continuous improvement approach.
• Ability to manage pressure, competing priorities, and work effectively in multicultural, multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including bonuses and site-based benefits.
• Opportunity to create meaningful impact and contribute to long-term results.
• A chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, high-performing environment.
• Learning and growth opportunities alongside industry professionals.
• Access to a wide range of career paths within the organization.

Additional Information

Applications should be submitted before 11 July 2026.

MBCC is committed to maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that every employee returns home safe and healthy each day while supporting a sustainable legacy for host communities.

Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.