Senior Geologist — Mineral Exploration Leader

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a leading mining and resources company to recruit a Senior Geologist for the exploration team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA. Plan and execute geological surveys, model deposits, and contribute to resource estimation while supervising drilling and mentoring junior geologists.

The ideal candidate holds a BSc (Hons) or MSc in Geology with 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong structural and economic geology skills, and proficiency in Leapfrog or Vulcan.

Qualifications

• BSc (Honours) or MSc in Geology or related earth science.
• Minimum 7 years in mineral exploration with proven discoveries.
• Strong understanding of structural and economic geology.
• Proficiency with geological modelling and data analysis software.
• Experience supervising drilling programs and core logging.
• Excellent field skills and willingness to work in remote locations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute exploration programs including field mapping and drilling supervision.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to identify mineralization areas.
• Use Leapfrog and Vulcan to create 3D models of deposits.
• Contribute to resource estimation and reporting to industry standards.
• Conduct geological risk assessments and advise exploration strategies.
• Liaise with mining engineers, metallurgists, and environmental scientists.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports and presentations for management.
• Mentor junior geologists and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Field exploration

Geological data analysis

3D geological modelling

Education

BSc (Honours) or MSc in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Job description

Placements24 partners with a leading mining and resources company to recruit a Senior Geologist for the exploration team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA. Plan and execute geological surveys, model deposits, and contribute to resource estimation while supervising drilling and mentoring junior geologists.

The ideal candidate holds a BSc (Hons) or MSc in Geology with 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong structural and economic geology skills, and proficiency in Leapfrog or Vulcan.