Lead Exploration Geophysicist — Hybrid Role & Growth
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Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a Principal Exploration Geophysicist to lead planning, acquisition, processing and interpretation of geophysical data for mineral exploration.
The role requires 12+ years, a Master’s or PhD in Geophysics, and expertise in EM, IP, gravity and magnetic surveys; mentoring junior staff while collaborating with geologists and engineers in a hybrid work setting with relocation support.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics, Earth Science, or a related discipline.
- 12+ years of specialized mineral exploration geophysics experience.
- Expertise in multiple geophysical techniques for mineral exploration.
Responsibilities
- Lead planning, acquisition, processing, and interpretation of geophysical data.
- Develop integrated exploration models combining geophysical, geological and geochemical data.
- Design and manage geophysical survey campaigns with QA/QC oversight.
- Use advanced software to generate high-resolution subsurface models.
- Identify new geophysical technologies for mineral exploration.
- Mentor junior geophysicists and geologists in data interpretation.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure data management standards.
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Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a Principal Exploration Geophysicist to lead planning, acquisition, processing and interpretation of geophysical data for mineral exploration.
The role requires 12+ years, a Master’s or PhD in Geophysics, and expertise in EM, IP, gravity and magnetic surveys; mentoring junior staff while collaborating with geologists and engineers in a hybrid work setting with relocation support.
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