Senior Geologist: Field Exploration & Resource Discovery

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Presencial; USD 72.000 - 126.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Retirement fund

Fieldwork allowances

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to join a dynamic mining exploration team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, responsible for planning and executing exploration programs and interpreting geological data.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong database management, and experience with geophysical surveys and drilling. You will mentor staff, ensure safety, and contribute to resource modeling and reporting.

Formación

• BSc Honours or MSc in Geology or Economic Geology from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with focus on base metals, precious metals or critical minerals.
• Proven field experience in diverse geological environments and strong ore deposit formation understanding.
• Proficiency in geological mapping, logging, and sampling techniques.
• Experience with geophysical surveys, geochemical analysis, and drilling programs.
• Software skills for mapping, modeling, and data analysis (ArcGIS, Leapfrog, Datamine, ioGAS).
• Strong project management, independent work, and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; valid driver’s license and willingness to fieldwork.
• Professional geologist registration is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, manage, and execute geological exploration programs including mapping, sampling, and surveys.
• Interpret geological, geophysical, and geochemical data to identify prospective mineralised areas.
• Oversee and manage drilling campaigns with core logging and sampling.
• Develop and manage geological databases and accurate records.
• Contribute to geological resource modeling and estimation using industry software.
• Conduct detailed field investigations and assessments of targets.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, geochemists, and modelers to integrate data.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and exploration proposals.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance in field operations.
• Mentor junior geologists and field staff.

Conocimientos

Geology

Field mapping

Data interpretation

Project leadership

Educación

BSc Honours in Geology

MSc in Geology

Herramientas

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

Datamine

ioGAS

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to join a dynamic mining exploration team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, responsible for planning and executing exploration programs and interpreting geological data.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong database management, and experience with geophysical surveys and drilling. You will mentor staff, ensure safety, and contribute to resource modeling and reporting.