Mineral Economist

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Benefits package

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa's Sandton is seeking a Mineral Economist to evaluate the economic viability of mining projects, forecast commodity prices, and analyze markets to provide financial insight for investment decisions.

The role requires a Master’s in Economics or Finance and at least 6 years of experience in economic analysis within the mining sector, with strong modeling and communication skills; international travel opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in economic analysis, preferably within the mining or natural resources sector.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and risk assessment.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software and economic modeling tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex economic concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic evaluations and feasibility studies for new and existing mining projects.
• Analyze global commodity markets, supply and demand dynamics, and price trends.
• Develop financial models to forecast project profitability and investment returns.
• Assess geological, technical, and political risks impacting project economics.
• Provide economic advice and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Prepare reports and presentations on economic assessments and market outlooks.

Skills

Economic analysis

Financial modeling

Risk assessment

Forecasting

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Economics or Finance

Tools

Economic modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading mining entity, is seeking an analytical and strategic Mineral Economist to join their team in Sandton . This role is instrumental in evaluating the economic viability of mining projects, analyzing market trends, and providing financial insights to support investment decisions. You will be responsible for forecasting commodity prices, assessing project risks, and contributing to the financial strategy of the company. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of economic principles applied to the mining sector and excellent analytical and forecasting capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct economic evaluations and feasibility studies for new and existing mining projects.
• Analyze global commodity markets, supply and demand dynamics, and price trends.
• Develop financial models to forecast project profitability and investment returns.
• Assess geological, technical, and political risks impacting project economics.
• Provide economic advice and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Prepare reports and presentations on economic assessments and market outlooks.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in economic analysis, preferably within the mining or natural resources sector.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and risk assessment.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software and economic modeling tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex economic concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional development.
• Strategic role with significant impact on company decisions.
• Dynamic and professional work environment in a leading mining hub.