Lead Exploration Geologist - Hybrid Role with Global Growth

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Exploration Geologist to spearhead mineral exploration in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will drive strategy from concept through resource definition, balancing field work with office analysis.

The role requires a PhD or Master's in geology and 10–12 years’ experience, with strong leadership and advanced 3D modeling skills. Expect hybrid work with field travel and collaboration with regulators and senior management.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or PhD in Geology, Economic Geology, or related geoscience.
• 10–12 years' mineral exploration experience with track record of discoveries.
• Leadership experience managing exploration teams and projects.
• 3D geological modeling and resource estimation software proficiency.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement exploration programs for base metals and precious metals.
• Lead and mentor geologists, field technicians, and support staff.
• Oversee geological data acquisition including core logging and sampling.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to define drilling targets.
• Conduct geological modeling to estimate resources using Leapfrog, Vulcan, and Surpac.
• Manage exploration budgets and allocate resources efficiently.
• Liaise with senior management, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Ensure safety, environmental compliance, and best practices in exploration.
• Contribute to strategic planning and business development of the exploration dept.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Team Mentoring

Communication

Travel Flexibility

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Surpac

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Exploration Geologist to spearhead mineral exploration in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will drive strategy from concept through resource definition, balancing field work with office analysis.

The role requires a PhD or Master's in geology and 10–12 years’ experience, with strong leadership and advanced 3D modeling skills. Expect hybrid work with field travel and collaboration with regulators and senior management.