Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) Manager (Geophysics) Jobs 2026

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC), a state-owned enterprise under the Ministry of Energy, Petroleum Division, Government of Pakistan, has announced exciting career opportunities for 2026. PMDC is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual for the position of Manager (Geophysics) on an open contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking for government jobs in the mineral exploration sector. The last date to apply for these PMDC Jobs 2026 is September 22, 2026.

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Manager (Geophysics)

The Manager (Geophysics) will be responsible for leading and executing geophysical programs for mineral exploration on an open contract basis. This role requires a strong technical background and extensive experience in various geophysical methods and data interpretation.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Education: BS/MS/MPhil in Geophysics or Applied Geophysics (Preferred Ph.D) from an HEC-recognized institution, with a minimum of 16 years of education. Higher degrees in Geophysics and relevant professional training are preferred.
• Experience: Relevant 8 years post-qualification experience after completion of BS, including at least 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 required.
• Age: Maximum 38 years on the last date of application submission.
• Domicile Preference: Candidates with KPK & Balochistan Domicile will be preferred.

Key Job 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, EarthImager, 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.

Important Instructions

• Departmental Candidates are required to apply through proper channel.
• PMDC is an equal opportunity employer; females are equally encouraged to apply.
• Open term or fixed term contract & market-based negotiable salary shall be offered.
• The Company reserves the rights to fill or not to 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.

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