Field Exploration Geologist - Discover & Model Resources

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Field equipment provided

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Mine Geologist specialized in exploration to lead mapping, sampling, and interpretation activities. You will log drill cores, supervise exploration drilling, and contribute to 3D geological models and resource estimates.

Ideal candidates have at least 4 years in mineral exploration geology, hands-on core logging, and proficiency with Leapfrog and ArcGIS, able to work both in the field and in the Soweto office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum of 4 years of mineral exploration geology experience.
• Hands-on core logging, geological mapping, and sampling techniques.
• Familiarity with Leapfrog and ArcGIS for geological modeling.
• Understanding of geochemical exploration principles.
• Ability to work in the field and in Soweto office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological mapping, sampling, and geochemical surveys in exploration areas.
• Log diamond drill core and RC samples, identifying lithologies and mineralization.
• Assist design and supervision of exploration drilling programs.
• Compile and interpret data to build 3D models of subsurface geology and ore bodies.
• Prepare geological reports, resource estimates, and exploration recommendations.
• Collaborate with geologists and geophysicists to assess exploration targets.

Skills

Geology expertise

Fieldwork

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Mine Geologist specialized in exploration to lead mapping, sampling, and interpretation activities. You will log drill cores, supervise exploration drilling, and contribute to 3D geological models and resource estimates.

Ideal candidates have at least 4 years in mineral exploration geology, hands-on core logging, and proficiency with Leapfrog and ArcGIS, able to work both in the field and in the Soweto office.