Senior Geologist - Mining Exploration

Placements24; Southampton; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Life cover

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Geologist for a fully remote role supporting international mining and exploration programs, with occasional travel to project sites. You will interpret geological data, direct exploration programs, and develop 3D models.

The successful candidate will hold an MSc or PhD in Geology, 8+ years in mineral exploration, and strong skills in Leapfrog, Vulcan, Surpac, and GIS, plus excellent communication and independent leadership.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geology or related Earth science.
• Minimum 8 years in mineral exploration with target generation and evaluation.
• Expertise in structural geology, stratigraphy, and deposit modeling for various commodities.
• Strong proficiency in geological modeling software and GIS.
• Experience integrating multi-disciplinary datasets (geophysics, geochemistry, drilling).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to lead remote exploration projects.

Responsibilities

• Interpret geological, geophysical, and geochemical data to identify exploration targets.
• Design and manage regional and prospect-scale exploration programs, including drilling campaigns.
• Develop and refine 3D geological models and resource estimates.
• Conduct technical reviews of exploration projects and datasets.
• Liaise with exploration teams, management, and external consultants.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and exploration strategy documents.
• Evaluate economic viability of identified mineral deposits.
• Stay abreast of advancements in exploration technologies and methods.

Skills

Geology

Economic Geology

Structural geology

Stratigraphy

Deposit modeling

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Surpac

GIS

Data integration

Education

M.Sc. in Geology

Ph.D. in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Surpac

GIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable international mining and exploration company, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geologist to join their remote exploration team. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to significant mineral resource discoveries from your home office, with occasional travel to project sites as required. You will be responsible for interpreting geological data, directing exploration programs, and evaluating mineral potential across various promising regions. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of structural geology, geophysics, geochemistry, and mineral deposit modeling, coupled with exceptional analytical and data interpretation skills. This position is critical for identifying and advancing new mining opportunities for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret geological, geophysical, and geochemical data to identify and prioritize exploration targets.
• Design and manage regional and prospect-scale exploration programs, including drilling campaigns.
• Develop and refine 3D geological models and resource estimates.
• Conduct technical reviews of exploration projects and data sets.
• Liaise with exploration teams, management, and external consultants.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and exploration strategy documents.
• Evaluate the economic viability of identified mineral deposits.
• Stay abreast of advancements in exploration technologies and geological methodologies.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Geology, Economic Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with a focus on target generation and project evaluation.
• Proven expertise in structural geology, stratigraphy, and deposit modeling for various commodities (e.g., gold, base metals, PGMs).
• Strong proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, Vulcan, Surpac) and GIS.
• Experience in analyzing and integrating multi-disciplinary datasets (geophysics, geochemistry, drilling).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead technical aspects of remote exploration projects.
• Willingness to undertake occasional site visits as needed.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions, and life cover.
• Employees enjoy generous paid time off and support for continuous professional development, including attendance at relevant industry conferences and training.

Our client fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration within a global team. While primarily remote, occasional travel to field sites or company offices may be required. This position offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to make a substantial impact on the company's exploration success from Randburg or any other preferred location.