Geochemistry Adviser

Rio Tinto; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global mining company is seeking an Advisor – Geochemistry in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves providing technical support for project generation in mineral exploration, collaborating with teams to interpret geochemical data, and ensuring best practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Geoscience, 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in geochemistry and related software tools.

Benefits

Leave for all of life's reasons

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in mineral exploration and analytical methods.
• Working exposure to exploration software.
• High proficiency in English required; other languages beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for project planning and execution.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify drill targets.
• Engage with geoscientists and management to improve geochemical results.

Skills

Geochemistry

Problem-solving

Project management

Fieldwork

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geoscience or related discipline

Tools

ioGAS

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

Job description

We are seeking an Advisor – Geochemistry in the Africa‑Eurasia Region (AER) to provide technical support for the execution and growth of this portfolio through project generation activities, including regional targeting work and third‑party project reviews.

About the role

Finding better ways™ to provide the materials the world needs.

This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, practical and motivated geochemist, or an experienced project geologist, seeking to grow and develop geochemistry skills while working with an international, multi‑commodity exploration team.

Reporting to the Geochemistry Manager – Africa‑Eurasia and as part of the regional generative and technical support team for AER, your responsibilities include:

• Providing technical support and ensuring best practice through geochemical support and advice during project planning, execution, and data review.
• Supporting exploration programs with field and drill sampling methods, design, review of analytical techniques, implementing quality assurance programs, providing oversight of quality control data, and engaging with laboratories to ensure high‑quality data in a timely manner.
• Collaborating with project team members to interpret and integrate geochemical and geological data to identify drill targets or advance geological understanding.
• Collaborating with technical specialists to improve the AER exploration portfolio through interpreting 2D and 3D datasets and applying these to generate new targets, identify extensions to known mineralisation, and improve testing of existing targets.
• Collaborating with other Generative Team geoscientists to provide integrated interpretations with recommendations on new opportunities.
• Proactively engaging with geoscientists, data managers, and management to identify opportunities for more effective delivery of geochemical results and better integration of diverse datasets.
• Developing technical capability of our geoscientists, embedding both RTX and industry best practice, through sharing knowledge, building skills, coaching, and mentoring.
• Keeping track of industry developments and identifying opportunities to implement value‑adding techniques with the ability to impact discovery.

What you'll bring

Bachelor's degree in Geoscience or related discipline.

5 years' experience in mineral exploration, surface sampling, core logging, analytical methods, QA / QC monitoring, integrated interpretations, drilling techniques, and understanding of exploration program design and implementation.

Application of geochemistry through postgraduate qualifications and / or industry experience, or a keen desire to develop geochemical experience further.

Working exposure to common exploration software including ioGAS, Acquire / MX Deposit, ArcGIS, and Leapfrog.

Proven project experience, strong adaptability, accountability, and problem‑solving skills.

High proficiency in English (verbal and written) required; other languages (e.g. French, Portuguese, Russian) beneficial.

Ability to present to teams, peers and superiors with confidence and credibility and produce high‑quality reports and presentations with clear, concise recommendations.

Ability to participate in field / site visits.

Commitment to safety, sustainability, and Rio Tinto's core values of care, courage, and curiosity.

What we offer

A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.

Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation / annual, paid parental, sick leave).

Employee Assistance Program.

Where you'll be working

Rio Tinto Exploration (RTX) seeks to create value for the business by discovering or acquiring new mineral resources.

Organized into three regional teams (Americas, Australasia, Africa‑Eurasia), RTX provides both a global reach and a local presence across a range of commodities.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition.

We have been mining for years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents.

Our purpose is to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs—striving for innovation and continuous improvement while meeting low‑emission and E‑S‑G standards.

Respect and inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves.

We welcome and encourage applications from Women, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We believe our differences are our strength.