Exploration Geologist: Field Discovery & Drilling Lead

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Travel allowances

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng is seeking an Exploration Geologist for a field-intensive role to identify mineral deposits. You will conduct surveys, mapping, sampling and data interpretation to define exploration targets and inform next steps.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in mineral exploration, experience with core logging and drilling supervision, and proficiency in ArcGIS, Leapfrog and QGIS. Willingness to travel to field sites around Centurion is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum 4 years of mineral exploration experience.
• Experience with core logging and supervision of drilling operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological mapping, surface sampling, and subsurface investigations.
• Interpret geophysical and geochemical data to identify mineralized zones.
• Plan and supervise drilling programs (diamond drilling, RC drilling) and core logging.
• Collect and document geological data accurately with data integrity for analysis.
• Prepare reports detailing findings, interpretations and recommendations.

Skills

Geological mapping

Structural analysis

Mineral deposit identification

Fieldwork independently

Data documentation

Education

BSc Geology

Tools

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

QGIS

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng is seeking an Exploration Geologist for a field-intensive role to identify mineral deposits. You will conduct surveys, mapping, sampling and data interpretation to define exploration targets and inform next steps.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in mineral exploration, experience with core logging and drilling supervision, and proficiency in ArcGIS, Leapfrog and QGIS. Willingness to travel to field sites around Centurion is essential.