Geophysical Surveyor - Exploration Projects

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Travel expenses covered

Access to geophysical equipment and软件

Flexible hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Geophysical Surveyor to drive mineral exploration projects. You will acquire, process, and interpret geophysical data across seismic, magnetic, gravity, and EM methods, with field-heavy duties and office-based analysis.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on surveying, a geophysics-related degree, and proficiency in Oasis Montaj/Geosoft. Travel to remote sites and a hybrid work model are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or related field
• 5+ years of geophysical surveying experience
• Proficiency with Oasis Montaj, Geosoft
• Willingness to travel to remote field locations and adapt to hybrid work schedules
• Experience with seismic, magnetic, gravity, and electromagnetic methods

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute geophysical surveys, including seismic, magnetic, gravity, and electromagnetic methods
• Operate and maintain geophysical equipment in various field conditions
• Process and interpret raw geophysical data to generate anomaly maps and cross-sections
• Integrate geophysical data with geological and geochemical information for target definition
• Prepare detailed geophysical reports, including methodology, results, and interpretations
• Collaborate with geologists and other exploration team members to refine exploration strategies

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Hands-on field experience

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geophysics or Earth Sciences

Tools

Oasis Montaj

Geosoft

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Geophysical Surveyor to contribute to their mineral exploration initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for acquiring, processing, and interpreting geophysical data to identify potential mineral deposits. This position requires hands‑on field experience as well as the ability to analyze data using specialized software. The hybrid nature of this role allows for significant field work interspersed with office‑based data analysis and reporting, providing a dynamic and engaging opportunity to apply geophysical techniques in the search for valuable resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute geophysical surveys, including seismic, magnetic, gravity, and electromagnetic methods.
• Operate and maintain geophysical equipment in various field conditions.
• Process and interpret raw geophysical data to generate anomaly maps and cross-sections.
• Integrate geophysical data with geological and geochemical information for target definition.
• Prepare detailed geophysical reports, including methodology, results, and interpretations.
• Collaborate with geologists and other exploration team members to refine exploration strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in geophysical surveying for mineral exploration.
• Proficiency with geophysical data acquisition and processing software (e.g., Oasis Montaj, Geosoft).
• Hands‑on experience with various geophysical methods and instrument calibration.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex datasets.
• Willingness to travel to remote field locations and adapt to hybrid work schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate with potential for project extension.
• Per diem and travel expenses covered during field assignments.
• Access to state‑of-the‑art geophysical equipment and software.
• Opportunity to work on diverse exploration projects across different geological settings.
• Flexible work arrangement combining field and office‑based responsibilities.