Remote Senior Exploration Geologist - Global Projects Lead

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 2,305,000 - 3,129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development resources

International project exposure

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a dynamic resource exploration client seeking a Remote Senior Exploration Geologist to lead and contribute to major projects worldwide. The role focuses on project management, target generation, and overseeing fieldwork planning in a fully remote setting.

You will interpret geological data, evaluate exploration opportunities, and guide strategy while collaborating with international teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mineral exploration experience with a strong project management focus.
• Proficient in geological mapping and data interpretation.
• Experience with a variety of deposit types and geological settings.
• Strong leadership and remote-collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel internationally for project oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute exploration projects from target generation through early resource definition.
• Plan and coordinate remote field exploration programs.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to generate exploration targets.
• Conduct geological reviews and due diligence on potential projects.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and budgets for exploration activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including geologists and management.
• Ensure safety and environmental best practices in field operations.
• Mentor junior geologists and provide technical guidance.
• Stay updated on new exploration technologies and methodologies.
• Maintain project documentation and data management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Communication

Analytical thinking

Budget management

Education

MSc or PhD in Geology

Tools

Geological modeling software

Job description

Placements24 partners with a dynamic resource exploration client seeking a Remote Senior Exploration Geologist to lead and contribute to major projects worldwide. The role focuses on project management, target generation, and overseeing fieldwork planning in a fully remote setting.

You will interpret geological data, evaluate exploration opportunities, and guide strategy while collaborating with international teams.