Mine Geologist

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Site-based accommodation & transport

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a skilled Mine Geologist to join the operational team. The role focuses on providing geological support to production, updating models, and ensuring resource continuity for safe, efficient underground mining in Gauteng.

You will map mine workings, log cores, monitor grade variations, and contribute to short-term planning while collaborating with mine engineers and managers. Strong geology software skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Honours degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Mine Geologist, preferably in underground hard-rock mining.
• Proficiency with geological modeling software (Leapfrog Mining, Vulcan).
• Strong understanding of structural geology and ore deposit characteristics.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail for accurate data collection.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with production personnel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological mapping of underground mine workings and develop structural interpretations.
• Log diamond drill core and blast hole samples to update geological and grade models.
• Monitor and control grade and geological variations encountered during mining operations.
• Perform geological reconciliation between planned and actual mining results.
• Assist in the estimation of ore reserves and contribute to short-term mine planning.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and geological standards in all field activities.

Skills

Observational skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Honours in Geology or Earth Sciences

Tools

Leapfrog Mining

Vulcan

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting for a skilled Mine Geologist to join their operational team in Benoni . This position is essential for providing geological support to production teams, ensuring that mining activities are aligned with geological models and resource continuity. You will be responsible for detailed geological mapping of mine workings, core logging, and updating geological models based on new data from production faces. The successful candidate will play a critical role in optimizing grade control, reconciliation, and resource delineation, contributing directly to the profitability and efficiency of the underground mining operation in the Gauteng region , working closely with mine engineers and mine managers to ensure safe and effective extraction.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological mapping of underground mine workings and develop structural interpretations.
• Log diamond drill core and blast hole samples to update geological and grade models.
• Monitor and control grade and geological variations encountered during mining operations.
• Perform geological reconciliation between planned and actual mining results.
• Assist in the estimation of ore reserves and contribute to short-term mine planning.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and geological standards in all field activities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Honours degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Mine Geologist , preferably in underground hard-rock mining.
• Proficiency with geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog Mining, Vulcan).
• Strong understanding of structural geology and ore deposit characteristics relevant to the region.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail for accurate data collection.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with production personnel.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the mining sector .
• Site-based accommodation and transport solutions available.
• A dynamic and hands-on role within a significant mining operation.