Lead Exploration Geophysicist - Hybrid & Growth Opportunity

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid and retirement fund

Paid time off and professional dev.

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Lead Exploration Geophysicist to Bloemfontein, Free State, to lead seismic, magnetic, gravity, and electrical surveys. You will guide a team of geophysicists and technicians, integrating geophysical data with geology to map mineral resources.

The role requires MSc/PhD in Geophysics (or related field) and 8+ years' mineral exploration experience, with strong leadership and budget management skills. A hybrid work model balances on-site field work with remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geophysics, Physics, or a related earth science discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mineral exploration geophysics.
• Proficiency in multiple geophysical methods and interpretation software.
• Experience with 2D and 3D inversion and data integration.
• Strong understanding of structural geology and mineralisation.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee comprehensive geophysical exploration programs (seismic, magnetic, gravity, electrical).
• Oversee acquisition, processing, and interpretation of geophysical data.
• Develop integrated models using geophysical, geological, and geochemical data.
• Lead and mentor a team of exploration geophysicists and technicians.
• Perform technical reviews of exploration targets and feasibility studies.
• Manage geophysical budgets and project timelines; liaise with stakeholders.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance in the Free State.

Skills

Geophysical methods

Data interpretation

Inversion techniques

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Team leadership

Budget management

Education

MSc in Geophysics

PhD in Geophysics

Tools

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Job description

Placements24 invites a Lead Exploration Geophysicist to Bloemfontein, Free State, to lead seismic, magnetic, gravity, and electrical surveys. You will guide a team of geophysicists and technicians, integrating geophysical data with geology to map mineral resources.

The role requires MSc/PhD in Geophysics (or related field) and 8+ years' mineral exploration experience, with strong leadership and budget management skills. A hybrid work model balances on-site field work with remote collaboration.