Lead Exploration Geologist — Flexible Field Leadership

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Exploration Geologist for the Gauteng region, based in Tembisa. The role blends field and office work to oversee and direct exploration programs, risk management, and safety oversight.

The successful candidate will guide teams, interpret multi-disciplinary data, manage budgets, and drive discovery while maintaining high industry standards and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economic Geology, Exploration Geosciences, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive mineral exploration experience with a proven track record.
• Extensive knowledge of exploration techniques for SA commodities.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS and Leapfrog Geo; data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of exploration programs, targeting new deposits.
• Oversee mapping, sampling, and core logging activities in the field.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, geophysical data to rank targets.
• Manage and mentor field teams with safety and efficiency.
• Develop budgets and timelines for exploration projects.
• Collaborate with geochronology, structural geology, and modeling teams.
• Ensure data management, reporting, and compliance with standards (JORC).
• Build relationships with local communities and stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic exploration planning and portfolio management.
• Ensure field activities comply with environmental regulations.

Skills

Field leadership

Technical reporting

Travel readiness

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Economic Geology / Exploration Geosciences

Tools

ArcGIS

Leapfrog Geo

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Exploration Geologist for the Gauteng region, based in Tembisa. The role blends field and office work to oversee and direct exploration programs, risk management, and safety oversight.

The successful candidate will guide teams, interpret multi-disciplinary data, manage budgets, and drive discovery while maintaining high industry standards and community engagement.