Critical Minerals Site Supervisor at Fugro Germany Land GmbH

Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HSE Leadership, Drilling Operations, Sample Integrity, Contractor Management, Risk Assessment, Operational Supervision, QA/QC Protocols, Data Reporting, AC/RC Rig Mechanics, DD Rig Mechanics, Contamination Control, Incident Reporting, Field Operations, Geological Support, Performance Feedback, Budget Management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Job Description Role Purpose The Critical Mineral Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution of mineral exploration drilling programs. This role leads day-to-day field operations, ensuring sample integrity, compliance with HSE requirements, and delivery against drilling schedules and budgets. The supervisor acts as the primary interface between drilling contractors, exploration geologists, HSE, and field support teams. Key Responsibilities Safety, Health & Environment (HSE) Lead daily pre-starts, toolbox talks, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA/JSA). Enforce company and contractor HSE standards, stop-work authority, and correct PPE use. Ensure safe operation of compressors, high‑pressure airlines, rod handling, and rig moves. Report and investigate incidents, near misses, and hazards; drive corrective actions. Ensure environmental compliance, minimal footprint, and effective site rehabilitation. Operational Supervision Oversee rig setup, drilling parameters, and penetration rates; adjust for performance and ground conditions. Verify correct bit and hammer selection, cyclone and splitter configuration, and sample recovery. Manage daily drilling plan execution, shift changes, consumables, and equipment readiness. Coordinate water/air logistics, access tracks, drill pads, and rehabilitation requirements. Monitor contractor performance against KPIs; escalate and resolve operational issues. Sampling Quality & Geological Support Ensure representative, contamination‑free sampling with clean cyclones/splitters at all times. Confirm correct sample intervals, labeling, bagging, and security; oversee duplicates, blanks, and standards as applicable. Assist with preliminary chip description, sample tray preparation, and correct depth recording. Implement and verify QA/QC protocols and chain‑of‑custody to laboratories. Data, Reporting & Compliance Maintain accurate daily drilling records: depths, recoveries, ROP, downtime, consumables, and issues. Submit daily progress reports (DPRs), time sheets/shift reports, and contractor invoices inputs. Track downtime categories and root causes; recommend improvements. Ensure adherence to permits, company policies, and relevant regulatory standards. Coordination & Leadership Act as the primary liaison between drill crews, exploration geologists, field assistants, and logistics. Provide clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback to contractor crews. Support scheduling, prioritization of targets, and rapid plan changes based on geological results or access. Foster a culture of safety, respect, continuous improvement, and sample integrity. Qualifications & Experience Essential 10 years’ mineral exploration/drilling operations experience, with 3+ years supervising air core programs. Demonstrated competence with AC/RC and DD rig mechanics, cyclones/splitters, sampling theory, and contamination control. Proven HSE leadership, risk assessment, and incident reporting capability. Experience in remote field operations and contractor management. Valid driver’s license and ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments. Desirable Exposure to gold/base metals/REE/iron ore regolith exploration. Basic geological knowledge (lithology from chips, regolith profiles, drill targeting concepts). First Aid/CPR; H2S awareness; Working at Heights; Confined Space; Defensive/4x4 driving. Familiarity with GPS, tablets, digital logging apps, and sample tracking systems. Knowledge of downhole survey tools and rehabilitation best practice. Disclaimer for recruitment agencies: Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated. Fugro is the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, collecting and analysing comprehensive information about the Earth and the structures built upon it. Adopting an integrated approach that incorporates acquisition and analysis of Geo-data and related advice, Fugro provides solutions. With expertise in site characterisation and asset integrity, clients are supported in the safe, sustainable and efficient design, construction and operation of their assets throughout the full life cycle. Employing approximately 9000 talented people in 61 countries, Fugro serves clients around the globe, predominantly in the energy and infrastructure industries, both offshore and onshore. In 2020, revenue amounted to EUR 1.4 billion. Fugro is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.

Responsibilities

The Critical Mineral Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of mineral exploration drilling programs, leading daily field operations and ensuring compliance with HSE standards and schedules. Key duties include overseeing rig setup, monitoring drilling performance, managing contractor performance, and ensuring sample integrity and QA/QC protocols are strictly followed.