Manager Geophysics Job in Islamabad at Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC)

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) is seeking a qualified and experienced individual for the position of Manager Geophysics in Islamabad. This role is crucial for leading geophysical programs aimed at mineral exploration, utilizing various advanced geophysical methods.

Job Overview

The Manager Geophysics will be responsible for planning, designing, and executing integrated geophysical programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geophysics, with a focus on mineral exploration and data interpretation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and execute integrated geophysical programs for mineral exploration using magnetic, gravity, ERT, IP, MT/AMT, radiometric, and other suitable methods.
• Define survey grids, line orientation, station spacing, acquisition parameters, quality-control procedures, and technical specifications according to target geology and exploration objectives.
• Lead and QA/QC field acquisition, processing, quality control, interpretation, and integration of geophysical datasets.
• Supervise the calibration, mobilization, operation, maintenance, and demobilization of geophysical instruments and field equipment.
• Process and interpret data using Oasis Montaj, ZondGM 2D/3D, Earthmager, RES2D, Voxler, MagMap, Surfer, GIS, Global Mapper, and related software.
• Apply appropriate corrections, filters, derivatives, enhancement techniques, forward modelling, and inversion methods to produce technically reliable geophysical outputs.
• Integrate geophysical results with geological mapping, structural interpretation, remote sensing, geochemistry, petrophysics, drilling, and assay data.
• Develop integrated 2D and 3D subsurface models to determine target geometry, depth, continuity, structural controls, alteration patterns, and mineralization potential.
• Identify, rank, and prioritize exploration targets, and recommend follow-up surveys, trenching, drilling, or other appropriate investigation methods.
• Prepare technical reports, maps, sections, models, presentations, scopes of work, cost estimates, tender specifications, and exploration recommendations.
• Manage geophysical databases and ensure data validation, coordinate-system verification, metadata documentation, secure archiving, traceability, and controlled access.
• Supervise geophysical teams and contractors while ensuring compliance with approved survey designs, project schedules, budgets, HSE requirements, and recognized industry practices.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• BS/MS/MPhil in Geophysics or Applied Geophysics (Preferred Ph. D.) from an HEC-recognized institution.
• A minimum of 16 years of education is required, with higher degrees in Geophysics and relevant professional training preferred.
• At least 8 years of relevant post-qualification experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or technical lead role.
• Experience in mineral exploration, geophysical data acquisition, processing, interpretation, quality control, and integrated subsurface modelling is essential.

Important Terms & Conditions

Departmental candidates are required to apply through the official application method provided with this vacancy. PMDC is an equal opportunity employer, and females are equally encouraged to apply. The company reserves the right to fill or not fill the advertised position. Incomplete and late applications shall not be entertained. No TA/DA will be admissible for the interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should apply through the official application method provided with this vacancy. Applications will be submitted online through the link available on the PMDC website.

Closing Date

The last date for submission of applications is 22.09.2026.