Remote Exploration Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Home office setup allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Exploration Manager to lead mineral exploration programs from a remote setting, delivering strategic direction across multiple regions with a focus on the Western Cape mining community. This role emphasizes leadership, budget control, and cross-border collaboration.

You will design and oversee exploration plans, manage timelines, mentor a distributed team of geoscientists, and ensure environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the projects.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Geology, Geophysics, or related earth science discipline.
• 10+ years in mineral exploration management with remote leadership experience.
• Track record of discovering and defining mineral resources.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic exploration plans for new and existing mineral targets.
• Manage budgets, resources, and project timelines.
• Oversee geophysical surveys, sampling, and drilling programs remotely.
• Analyze geological data to guide exploration efforts and identify high-potential areas.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of geoscientists and field personnel.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Geology

Geophysics

Remote leadership

Budget management

Team mentorship

Education

Master’s degree in Geology/Geophysics or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Petrel

Geosoft

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Exploration Manager to spearhead their mineral exploration initiatives. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your expertise from anywhere, contributing to the strategic direction of exploration projects across various prospective regions. You will be responsible for designing and overseeing exploration programs, managing budgets, and fostering a collaborative, results-oriented remote team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned leader in the mining sector to drive innovation and discovery while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment , impacting critical decisions from the comfort of your home office, ideally based within or having strong ties to the Western Cape mining community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic exploration plans for new and existing mineral targets.
• Manage exploration budgets, resources, and project timelines effectively.
• Oversee geophysical surveys, geochemical sampling, and drilling programs remotely.
• Analyze geological data and interpret results to guide exploration efforts and identify high-potential areas.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of geoscientists and field personnel.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, safety, and regulatory standards for exploration activities.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related earth science discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mineral exploration management, with a significant portion in a remote leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated success in discovering and defining mineral resources.
• Expertise in exploration methodologies, geological modeling, and data interpretation.
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and foster effective virtual collaboration.
• Excellent strategic planning and project management skills .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based incentives and stock options.
• Generous home office setup allowance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexibility to work from any location, with a focus on collaboration with teams potentially in the Cape Town area.