Principal Exploration Geoscientist (Hybrid, Durban)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Exploration Geoscientist to lead ambitious mineral exploration programs in and around Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will design, execute, and interpret complex geophysical surveys, geochemical sampling, and drilling campaigns, while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

This senior role requires a strong track record of discovering deposits, expert interpretation of geophysical and geochemical data, and the ability to manage large,

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Exploration Geophysics, Economic Geology, or a related geoscience discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in mineral exploration, with a focus on greenfields exploration and target generation.
• Demonstrated success in discovering significant mineral deposits.
• Expertise in multiple exploration techniques, including advanced geophysical interpretation and geochemical analysis.
• Proficiency in Leapfrog, ArcGIS, Geosoft and related software.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and execute comprehensive exploration programs including geological mapping, geochemical sampling, and geophysical surveys.
• Interpret diverse geoscience data to identify and delineate mineral prospects.
• Develop and refine geological models and exploration targeting strategies.
• Oversee planning and execution of diamond and RC drilling programs.
• Mentor and lead junior geoscientists and coordinate with external consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Exploration Geophysics, Economic Geology, or related

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

Geosoft

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Exploration Geoscientist to lead ambitious mineral exploration programs in and around Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will design, execute, and interpret complex geophysical surveys, geochemical sampling, and drilling campaigns, while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

This senior role requires a strong track record of discovering deposits, expert interpretation of geophysical and geochemical data, and the ability to manage large,