Exploration Geoscientist — Field Targets & Data Modeling

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and provident fund

Training, workshops and conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Exploration Geoscientist to join our client in Upington, Northern Cape. You will integrate diverse data sets, interpret results, and help identify mineral targets across base metals and critical minerals.

The role emphasizes field planning, modeling, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will work with Python for data analysis, ArcGIS, Leapfrog Geo and GOCAD to model geology, contribute to drilling programs, and stay updated on new exploration methods

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geophysics, Earth Science or related field.
• Master's degree with an exploration focus is advantageous.
• Minimum 4 years' mineral exploration experience with data integration and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical, and geochemical data to identify and prioritize exploration targets.
• Plan and supervise exploration fieldwork including mapping, sampling and drilling programs.
• Model exploration data using industry-standard software to define structures and mineralisation.
• Conduct literature reviews and regional geology research to understand mineral systems.
• Collaborate with geologists to develop exploration models and strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and presentations on progress and targets.

Skills

Data integration

Geological interpretation

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Python for data analysis

Geophysics knowledge

Geochemical exploration

Drilling and core logging

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Geophysics/Earth Science

Master's degree with exploration focus (advantage)

Tools

ArcGIS

Leapfrog Geo

GOCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Exploration Geoscientist to join our client in Upington, Northern Cape. You will integrate diverse data sets, interpret results, and help identify mineral targets across base metals and critical minerals.

The role emphasizes field planning, modeling, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will work with Python for data analysis, ArcGIS, Leapfrog Geo and GOCAD to model geology, contribute to drilling programs, and stay updated on new exploration methods