Executive Head of Geology & Mineral Resources

Thriveni Earthmovers Pvt.Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company seeks an Assistant Manager for HR to drive geological strategy and ensure compliance with best practices. The role demands a Master's degree in a relevant field and over 20 years of mining experience, with a focus on exploration and resource estimation. The successful candidate will provide leadership, develop geological standards, and lead exploration initiatives across multiple African regions. Strong technical skills and leadership ability are essential.

Qualifications

• 20+ years experience in mining with strong exposure to exploration and mine planning.
• Expert knowledge of JORC / SAMREC / NI reporting codes.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geological activities including exploration and resource estimation.
• Develop and update Group Exploration Strategy.
• Ensure compliance with geological standards.

Skills

3D Geological Modelling (Leapfrog, Datamine, Micromine, Surpac, Vulcan)

GIS Platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS)

QA / QC

Database Management

Mineral Resource Reporting & Audit Compliance

Education

MSc in Geology, Geostatistics, or Mineral Economics

Job description

A leading mining company seeks an Assistant Manager for HR to drive geological strategy and ensure compliance with best practices. The role demands a Master's degree in a relevant field and over 20 years of mining experience, with a focus on exploration and resource estimation. The successful candidate will provide leadership, develop geological standards, and lead exploration initiatives across multiple African regions. Strong technical skills and leadership ability are essential.