Remote Senior Exploration Geologist — Global Base Metals

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Bonuses

Technology allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist to lead base metal exploration initiatives in a remote-first setup. You will identify targets, design programs, and interpret geological data to steer drilling and sampling efforts across globally distributed projects.

With 10+ years in mineral exploration and advanced geology tools proficiency, you will mentor juniors, manage budgets, and contribute to strategic planning while collaborating within a remote team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology or Economic Geology with base metals focus.
• 10+ years of progressive mineral exploration experience, base metals emphasis.
• Proven track record in discovering economic mineral deposits.
• Strong skills in geological modeling and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize global base metal exploration opportunities.
• Design, supervise, and execute exploration programs incl. mapping, sampling, drilling.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to delineate targets.
• Develop 3D geological models to guide exploration and resource estimation.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Manage exploration budgets and coordinate with consultants.
• Collaborate with remote geoscientists and project managers.
• Stay current with advancements in geology, geochemistry, geophysics, and modeling.
• Mentor junior geologists and exploration teams.
• Contribute to strategic exploration planning and target generation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Master's Degree

PhD in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Micromine

ArcGIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist to lead base metal exploration initiatives in a remote-first setup. You will identify targets, design programs, and interpret geological data to steer drilling and sampling efforts across globally distributed projects.

With 10+ years in mineral exploration and advanced geology tools proficiency, you will mentor juniors, manage budgets, and contribute to strategic planning while collaborating within a remote team.