Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, and oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.
On the job, you would:
Plan or conduct geological, geochemical, or geophysical field studies or surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
Investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, or classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources, such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.
Identify risks for natural disasters, such as mudslides, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions.
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, or reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, or resource management, using results of fieldwork or laboratory research.
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Business and Management
Administration and Management
Administrative
Economics and Accounting
Sales and Marketing
Customer and Personal Service
Personnel and Human Resources
Manufacturing and Production
Production and Processing
Engineering and Technology
Computers and Electronics
Engineering and Technology
Design
Building and Construction
Mechanical
Mathematics and Science
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Psychology
Sociology and Anthropology
Geography
Knowledge
Education and Training
Transportation
Arts and Humanities
English Language
Foreign Language
History and Archeology
Law and Public Safety
Public Safety and Security
Law and Government
Communications
Telecommunications
Communications and Media
Skills
Content
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Speaking
Mathematics
Science
Process
Critical Thinking
Active Learning
Learning Strategies
Monitoring
Social Skills
Social Perceptiveness
Coordination
Persuasion
Negotiation
Instructing
Service Orientation
Complex Problem Solving Skills
Complex Problem Solving
Technical Skills
Operations Analysis
Technology Design
Equipment Selection
Installation
Programming
Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
Equipment Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Repairing
Quality Control Analysis
Systems Skills
Judgment and Decision Making
Systems Analysis
Systems Evaluation
Resource Management Skills
Time Management
Management of Financial Resources
Management of Material Resources
Management of Personnel Resources
Abilities
Verbal Abilities
Oral Comprehension
Written Comprehension
Oral Expression
Written Expression
Idea Generation and Reasoning Abilities
Fluency of Ideas
Originality
Problem Sensitivity
Deductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
Information Ordering
Category Flexibility
Quantitative Abilities
Mathematical Reasoning
Number Facility
Memory
Memorization
Perceptual Abilities
Speed of Closure
Flexibility of Closure
Perceptual Speed
Spatial Abilities
Spatial Orientation
Visualization
Attentiveness
Selective Attention
Time Sharing
Fine Manipulative Abilities
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Manual Dexterity
Finger Dexterity
Control Movement Abilities
Control Precision
Multilimb Coordination
Response Orientation
Rate Control
Reaction Time and Speed Abilities
Reaction Time
Wrist-Finger Speed
Physical Strength Abilities
Static Strength
Dynamic Strength
Trunk Strength
Endurance
Stamina
Flexibility, Balance, and Coordination
Extent Flexibility
Gross Body Coordination
Gross Body Equilibrium
Visual Abilities
Near Vision
Far Vision
Visual Color Discrimination
Night Vision
Peripheral Vision
Depth Perception
Glare Sensitivity
Auditory and Speech Abilities
Hearing Sensitivity
Auditory Attention
Sound Localization
Speech Recognition
Speech Clarity
Salary
New workersAverageExperienced
SAR 220,463/yr
SAR 0/yr
SAR 670,800/yr
New workers start around SAR 220,463. Normal pay is SAR 372,150 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to SAR 670,800.
Training for this role
Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
ExperienceOver 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Training
On-siteUp to and including 1 month
On-the-jobOver 1 month, up to and including 3 months