Senior Geochemist - Hybrid Exploration Leader

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Life insurance

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical surveys and data integration for mineral exploration projects. You will design sampling programs, oversee QA/QC, and build geochemical models to target mineralization in the Queenstown region.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, advanced degrees in geochemistry or geology, and proficiency in ioGAS, R, and Python. Collaboration with geologists and field teams is essential, with a hybrid work setup offered.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geochemistry, Geology or related earth science.
• 8+ years of mineral exploration geochemistry experience.
• Experience designing/interpreting geochemical surveys for various deposits.
• Proficient in ioGAS, R, Python for data analysis.
• Knowledge of QA/QC protocols and sample preparation.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage geochemical exploration programs including soil, stream sediment, rock, and drill core sampling.
• Oversee sample collection, preparation, and analysis with QA/QC.
• Interpret geochemical data using statistics and software.
• Develop geochemical models to identify mineralization zones.
• Integrate geochemical data with geological, geophysical, and remote sensing data.
• Collaborate with geologists to refine exploration targets.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on findings and recommendations.
• Manage geochemical databases and ensure data integrity.
• Stay updated on advancements in exploration geochemistry.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior geochemists and field staff.

Skills

Geochemistry

Data analysis

Geochemical modeling

Statistical analysis

QA/QC protocols

GIS

Database management

Mentoring

Travel flexibility

Education

Master's or PhD in Geochemistry/Geology

Tools

ioGAS

R

Python

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical surveys and data integration for mineral exploration projects. You will design sampling programs, oversee QA/QC, and build geochemical models to target mineralization in the Queenstown region.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, advanced degrees in geochemistry or geology, and proficiency in ioGAS, R, and Python. Collaboration with geologists and field teams is essential, with a hybrid work setup offered.