Head Exploration - FACOR

Vedanta

Responsibilities

Develop and execute resource-to-reserve conversion strategies for Ostapal, Kalarangiatta, and Kathpal Mines and other mines of FACOR to sustain long-term production and ore security.
Prepare and implement conceptual, brownfield, and infill drilling programs to enhance geological confidence and expand mineral inventory.
Establish and maintain a robust geological database including drilling, sampling, assay, survey, and QA/QC data.
Lead geological interpretation and 3D orebody modelling for chromite and manganese deposits using industry-standard software.
Prepare and update resource estimations and block models in compliance with IBM/UNFC and industry best practices.
Provide timely geological and resource updates to Mine Planning teams for optimization of mine design, production schedules, and Life-of-Mine plans.
Conduct resource-reserve-production reconciliation studies and continuously improve model accuracy and grade predictions.
Drive resource establishment activities for new projects, including Punnam and Katasahi Manganese Blocks, and support Kathpal Mine reopening.
Evaluate and implement advanced technologies, AI/ML tools, and digital solutions for drill targeting, geological modelling, and exploration optimization.
Deliver annual resource and reserve growth targets while ensuring statutory compliance, technical reporting.

/M.Sc. in Applied Geology, Exploration Geology, Mining Geology, or Mineral Exploration (preferred).
Certification/training in Resource Estimation, Geostatistics, GIS, or Mine Planning will be an added advantage
Hands-on experience in Datamine Studio RM and Leapfrog Geo for geological modelling, resource estimation, and block model preparation will be an added advantage