Lyon Mining Services Ltd is recruiting two Geologists – Mining to join its technical team in Rwanda. The positions are based in Kigali, with regular travel to mining and exploration sites across the country. The role reports to the Technical Director and is offered on a full-time basis.
Lyon Mining Services is a Rwanda-based mining consulting and technical services company working in areas including geology, mine surveying, exploration, mining engineering, mine planning and design, and digital mining technologies. Its official website describes the company as focused on modern, data-driven and sustainable mining practices.
The vacancy is also currently listed on Job in Rwanda as an entry-level opportunity with a 1–3 year experience category.
About the Position
The Mining Geologist will support geological activities across mining and exploration projects. The role combines fieldwork and geological data analysis, including mapping, sampling, logging, mineral identification, grade control, resource evaluation and technical reporting.
The successful candidates will work closely with mining engineers, surveyors, processing teams, mine operators and clients.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Mining Geology, Earth Sciences or a related field.
- Practical knowledge of mining or exploration geology.
- Good understanding of geological mapping, sampling and logging.
- Knowledge of grade control and mineral identification.
- Ability to interpret geological and assay data.
- Ability to prepare clear technical reports.
- Familiarity with GIS, geological, CAD or mine-planning software is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, communication, teamwork and fieldwork skills.
- Willingness to travel regularly and work at mining sites across Rwanda.
- Good command of English.
- Knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or French is an advantage.
What Lyon Mining Services Offers
According to the vacancy, successful candidates will have opportunities to:
- Work on mining, exploration and geological consulting projects.
- Gain exposure to underground and surface mining operations.
- Work with mining engineers, surveyors, geologists and other technical specialists.
- Gain exposure to modern mining technologies.
- Work with SLAM/LiDAR scanning, GNSS surveying, drone surveying, 3D mine visualization and geological data integration.
- Develop practical field experience and technical skills.
- Access continuous professional development opportunities.
- Take on increasing technical and professional responsibility.
- Receive competitive remuneration based on qualifications, experience and demonstrated capability.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare:
- Updated CV
- Short cover letter explaining their suitability
- Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications
- Relevant professional certificates or other supporting documents
Send the application to:
Email: office@lyonmining.com
Email subject:
Application – Geologist (Mining)
Deadline: 30 September 2026
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