Senior Exploration Geologist - F/M [Contract Based]

Eramet; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 350,000,000 - 550,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Eramet Indonesia is seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist to lead mineral exploration activities with a focus on copper, nickel, and lithium opportunities across Indonesia. The role entails planning targets, evaluating projects, coordinating field campaigns, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of mineral exploration experience, strong geological modelling skills, and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or a related discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of hydrothermal deposits.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Advanced proficiency with geological software (e.g. ArcGIS).

Responsibilities

• Generate greenfield exploration targets using geological, geochemical, geophysical and geomorphological data.
• Develop conceptual geological models to guide exploration planning.
• Coordinate and execute field activities, including mapping, sampling and drilling.
• Ensure exploration activities are conducted safely, within budget and in line with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate contractors and manage data and reporting.

Skills

Hydrothermal deposits

English language

Bahasa Indonesia

ArcGIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geologic Engineering

Job description

At Eramet, we are convinced that the world needs metals produced by a responsible mining industry. We are facing the greatest challenge in our history: to make a success of the energy and ecological transition and re-establish the conditions for lasting harmony between man and the Earth. We share this conviction with our Group's 10,700 employees around the world, who are committed to making Eramet a benchmark in the responsible transformation of the Earth's mineral resources, for the benefit of all.

Eramet Indonesia is an integral part of the Eramet. Its presence in Indonesia dates back more than 17 years, with nickel exploration investment in Central Halmahera, North Maluku, Indonesia. Eramet has partnered with Tsingshan Group in Weda Bay Nickel (WBN). With significant investments in infrastructure and modern technology, Eramet Indonesia is committed to meeting the growing demand for mineral resources and contributing to Indonesia's sustainable growth, particularly in energy transition. Through sustainable practices and strategic partnerships, Eramet Indonesia continues to strive for operational excellence.

Join Eramet and become the new face of mining!

Senior Exploration Geologist - F/M [Contract Based]

The Senior Exploration Geologist serves as Eramet Indonesia's technical personnel for mineral exploration, responsible for identifying, evaluating, and advancing exploration opportunities that support the Company's long term growth strategy in Indonesia. The role execute and support exploration programs, contributing technical expertise to target generation, project evaluation, and field exploration activities, with a primary focus on copper deposits while supporting opportunities in other strategic commodities (Nickel, Lithium). The position supports the identification and assessment of prospective opportunities, while ensuring exploration activities are conducted safely, efficiently, within budget, and in accordance with Eramet’s technical standards and applicable Indonesia regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

• Exploration Planning and Target Generation
  • Generate greenfield exploration targets using regional geological, geochemical, geophysical and geomorphological data.
  • Develop conceptual geological models to guide exploration planning.
  • Evaluate and prioritise targets and recommend follow-up activities to the Head of Business Development & Exploration.
• Exploration Project Assessment and Field Execution
  • Contribute to technical due diligence by reviewing and consolidating geological and exploration data for target projects.
  • Plan field logistics, including personnel, equipment, samples, supplies, camps and site access.
  • Coordinate and execute field activities, including mapping, sampling, drilling, logging and other exploration work.
  • Ensure field programs are delivered safely, within budget and in line with environmental requirements, technical procedures and QA/QC standards.
  • Adapt field programs and make appropriate decisions based on exploration results and changing field conditions.
• Geological Interpretation and Exploration Follow-up
  • Interpret geological, structural, geochemical, geophysical and drilling data to refine exploration models.
  • Support geological modelling and resource definition activities where applicable.
  • Recommend follow-up exploration based on technical findings.
  • Ensure the quality and integrity of exploration data.
• Stakeholder and Contractor Management
  • Build and maintain good relationships with local communities to support access and exploration activities, respect and adapt to local cultures, customs and community dynamics when working in the field.
  • Coordinate consultants, contractors and subcontractors, including drillers, transport providers and social/environmental consultants.
• Reporting and Data Management
  • Maintain geological documentation, field records and exploration databases.
  • Prepare periodic reports on field activities, exploration results and key findings.
  • Present exploration results and recommendations to the Head of Business Development & Exploration

Your Profile

Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or a related discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of hydrothermal deposits
• Strong understanding of Indonesian regional geology and tectonic evolution.
• Advanced knowledge of exploration methodologies, geological modelling and resource evaluation.
• Advanced proficiency with geological software (e.g. ArcGIS).
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Experience And Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience in mineral exploration with a strong focus on copper exploration.
• Experience in exploration, target generation, drilling programs and geological interpretation at Sulawesi area is highly preferrable.

Managerial And Behavioural Skills

• Escalates issues to the supervisor whenever possible before making decisions, while remaining able to make sound field decisions independently when working in remote locations with limited supervision or communication.
• Strong awareness of HSE and environmental requirements for exploration activities.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with local communities, contractors and multicultural teams.
• Physically fit and willing to work for extended periods in remote locations and challenging terrain

Business Travels

• Part of the time in Jakarta
• Frequent travel throughout Indonesia to exploration projects.

With operations on five continents and over 70 nationalities represented, Eramet is inherently diverse. We are convinced that diversity is an asset, and we are committed to welcoming all talents, regardless of gender, disability, age, or social or cultural background. We ensure support and development opportunities for all throughout their professional journey.