Remote Geophysics Data Analyst for Mineral Exploration

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Geophysical Data Analyst for a fully remote role supporting global mineral exploration projects from anywhere. You will process, interpret, and integrate geophysical datasets to identify subsurface targets.

The ideal candidate has a master's or PhD in geophysics with 5+ years of experience and proficiency in major software such as Geosoft, Remap, Voxler, and MaxSea. You will collaborate with geologists across time zones and contribute to 3D geological models and technical

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geophysics or related Earth Science.
• At least 5 years of experience in geophysical data processing and interpretation for mineral exploration.
• Expertise in at least two geophysical methods (magnetics, electromagnetics, gravity, seismics).
• Proficient with Geosoft, Remap, Voxler, MaxSea.
• Strong understanding of geological controls on mineral deposits.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Process, invert, and interpret geophysical datasets to identify subsurface structures and potential mineral deposits.
• Integrate geophysical data with geology, geochemistry, and drilling information for 3D subsurface models.
• Use Geosoft, Velox, Oasis Montaj for processing, analysis, and visualization.
• Develop exploration models and target generation.
• Prepare technical reports and data summaries for remote collaboration.
• Stay current with geophysical techniques and software.
• Collaborate with geologists across time zones via digital tools.
• Ensure data quality and manage geophysical databases.
• Provide technical guidance on geophysics to exploration teams.

Skills

Geophysical interpretation

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Geophysics

Tools

Geosoft Suite

Remap

Voxler

MaxSea

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Geophysical Data Analyst for a fully remote role supporting global mineral exploration projects from anywhere. You will process, interpret, and integrate geophysical datasets to identify subsurface targets.

The ideal candidate has a master's or PhD in geophysics with 5+ years of experience and proficiency in major software such as Geosoft, Remap, Voxler, and MaxSea. You will collaborate with geologists across time zones and contribute to 3D geological models and technical