Data Analysis & Planning Manager

Position OverviewThe Data
Analysis and Planning Manager is responsible for managing the exploration data
ecosystem, including geological databases, data integration, quality control,
and advanced exploration data analysis to support strategic exploration
planning and decision-making. The role
ensures that all exploration datasets—including geological, geochemical,
geophysical, drilling, and remote sensing data—are captured, validated,
integrated, and analyzed to generate high-quality insights that guide
exploration targeting and project advancement. The position
plays a key role in transforming exploration data into actionable intelligence,
supporting both greenfields exploration and resource development activities. Key ResponsibilitiesExploration Data Management·       Oversee the design, implementation, and
maintenance of the corporate exploration database system.·       Ensure accurate capture, storage, validation,
and integrity of all exploration datasets.·       Establish and enforce data governance
protocols, QA/QC procedures, and database standards.·       Manage integration of multi-disciplinary
datasets including:o   Geological mappingo   Drilling datao   Geochemistryo   Geophysicso   Remote sensingo   Structural data·       Ensure proper documentation, metadata
management, and version control of exploration data.Data Analysis & Target Generation·       Conduct advanced analysis of geological,
geochemical, and geophysical datasets to identify exploration targets.·       Apply statistical, spatial, and
machine-learning techniques where appropriate to support mineral prospectivity
analysis.·       Generate integrated interpretation outputs
including:o   Prospectivity mapso   Target ranking modelso   Geochemical anomaly analysiso   Structural and alteration interpretation·       Support multidisciplinary targeting workshops.Reporting and Visualization·       Develop dashboards, maps, and analytical
reports to support decision-making.·       Deliver clear visualizations of exploration
results and targets to senior management.·       Support internal reporting and external
technical reporting where required.Technology & Systems Development·       Evaluate and implement modern data management
and analytics technologies.·       Improve workflows for data integration,
automation, and analytics.·       Work
with IT teams to maintain secure and scalable exploration data systems. Collaboration ·       Work
closely with:o   Exploration
geologistso   Resource
geologistso   GIS
specialistso   Geophysicistso   Data
scientists·       Support
data requirements for resource estimation and technical studies. RequirementsQualifications & Experience·        Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological
Engineering, Geo science, Geo informatics, Data Science or Earth Sciences
(Master’s preferred). ·        Minimum 10 years of experience in:o   Exploration database managemento   Geological data analysiso   Mineral exploration data integrationo   Experience working with large
multi-disciplinary exploration datasets.·        Experience in base metals, precious metals, or
critical minerals exploration preferred.​Key Competencies·        Exploration data integration·        Mineral productivity analysis·        Geospatial analytics·        Data governance and QA/QC·        Exploration program design support·        Analytical and strategic thinking·        Strong communication and visualization skills·        Ability to translate complex datasets into
actionable insights·        Cross-functional collaboration·        Attention to detail and data integrityKey Deliverables•           Fully functional and well-governed exploration
database system•           High-quality exploration datasets ready for
interpretation and reporting•           Prospective analysis and target generation
outputs•           Data-driven insights supporting exploration
planning and resource growth