Principal Exploration Geochemist | Hybrid Lab & Field Lead

Placements24; Polokwane; Híbrido; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 invites a Principal Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical exploration programs across diverse deposits in Limpopo. The role blends on-site lab work, field supervision, and remote data interpretation to drive mineral discovery.

You will design methodologies, mentor junior staff, collaborate with geologists and geophysicists, and ensure safety and environmental standards while delivering detailed reports.

Qualificações

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Geochemistry, Applied Geology, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in exploration geochemistry.
• Strong knowledge of ICP-MS, XRF, AAS and related analytical methods.
• Experience with ioGAS and GIS data processing and visualization.
• Ability to lead teams and communicate complex results clearly.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement and manage geochemical exploration programs for various deposits.
• Oversee collection, preparation and analysis of soil, rock and stream sediment samples.
• Interpret geochemical data to identify mineralization trends and anomalies.
• Develop and validate new analytical techniques and protocols.
• Collaborate with geologists and geophysicists to integrate geochemical data with other datasets.
• Prepare detailed geochemical reports and recommendations for targeting.
• Manage laboratory operations and relationships with external service providers.
• Stay abreast of advancements and implement innovative approaches.
• Provide expert mentorship to junior geochemists and staff.
• Ensure safety, health and environmental standards in all activities.

Conhecimentos

Geochemistry

Data interpretation

Project leadership

Formação académica

Master’s or Ph.D. in Geochemistry or related field

Ferramentas

ICP-MS

XRF

AAS

ioGAS

GIS

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 invites a Principal Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical exploration programs across diverse deposits in Limpopo. The role blends on-site lab work, field supervision, and remote data interpretation to drive mineral discovery.

You will design methodologies, mentor junior staff, collaborate with geologists and geophysicists, and ensure safety and environmental standards while delivering detailed reports.