Remote Lead Exploration Geochemist — Global Field Programs

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and incentives

Flexible remote working arrangement

Travel allowances

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Exploration Geochemist to design and manage geochemical exploration programs remotely, with occasional travel to sites across South Africa. You will interpret complex geochemical data, guide teams, and contribute to the discovery pipeline for a leading mining organization.

You will lead sampling programs, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with geologists and geophysicists while staying abreast of new techniques and data processing methods.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geochemistry, Economic Geology, or a related earth science.
• At least 8 years of progressive mineral exploration geochemistry experience with a successful discovery or target generation.
• Extensive experience with geochemical data analysis software and GIS platforms.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry principles and interpretation of ICP-MS, XRF, AAS.
• Ability to design and manage complex field exploration programs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and remotely with frequent travel to sites.

Responsabilités

• Design and manage multi-element geochemical exploration programs across sampling types.
• Oversee sample collection, preparation, and analysis protocols to ensure data quality.
• Interpret large geochemical datasets using statistical and spatial techniques.
• Develop and refine models to identify drilling targets and resource definition.
• Collaborate with geologists and geophysicists to integrate data.
• Provide mentorship to junior geochemists and field technicians.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and exploration strategies.
• Stay updated on new analytical techniques and data processing methods.
• Manage budgets and contracts with external laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and suggest improvements.
• Contribute to exploration portfolio strategy and peer reviews.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative work

Travel readiness

Formation

Master's or PhD in Geochemistry / Economic Geology

Outils

ioGAS

GCDKit

Gemcom

ArcGIS

QGIS

ICP-MS

XRF

AAS

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Exploration Geochemist to design and manage geochemical exploration programs remotely, with occasional travel to sites across South Africa. You will interpret complex geochemical data, guide teams, and contribute to the discovery pipeline for a leading mining organization.

You will lead sampling programs, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with geologists and geophysicists while staying abreast of new techniques and data processing methods.