Remote Senior Exploration Geologist - Greenfield Projects

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,477,000 - 2,461,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company co ntri

Flexible remote work

Professional development budget

Global team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist for a remote role within a global exploration team. Lead greenfield programs, interpret geological data, and identify promising targets while working from anywhere.

The role emphasizes independence, collaboration with remote specialists, and delivering high-quality technical reports to shape the company's mineral resources strategy. You will design, plan, and manage exploration programs, develop models, and contribute to strategic direction

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or related earth science.
• 8+ years in mineral exploration with greenfield focus.
• Proven track record of discovering economic deposits.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS, Leapfrog, ioGAS.
• Strong communication and leadership in remote settings.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage greenfield exploration programs.
• Interpret geological data to prioritize targets.
• Conduct field mapping and core logging.
• Develop geological models predicting mineralization.
• Manage exploration budgets and resources.
• Collaborate with remote teams of specialists.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Prepare technical reports and exploration strategy.
• Stay current with exploration technologies.
• Contribute to strategic exploration portfolio.

Skills

Geology

Data interpretation

Project leadership

Remote collaboration

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

ioGAS

Education

Master's degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

ioGAS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist with a passion for uncovering new mineral deposits to join their globally recognized exploration team. This is a fully remote position, offering the exceptional opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking greenfield exploration projects from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing and executing exploration programs, interpreting geological data, and identifying promising targets for further investigation. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in grassroots exploration, a strong understanding of geological controls on mineralization, and a proven ability to manage exploration projects efficiently. We foster a remote-first culture, enabling seamless collaboration and leveraging talent regardless of location. This is a chance to shape the future of mining by discovering the resources of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and manage geological exploration programs for greenfield projects, including geochemistry, geophysics, and drilling.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to identify and prioritize exploration targets.
• Conduct detailed field mapping, structural analysis, and core logging to characterize prospective areas.
• Develop geological models to understand the controls on mineralization and predict new targets.
• Manage exploration budgets and resources effectively.
• Collaborate with remote teams of geologists, geochemists, geophysicists, and engineers.
• Ensure all exploration activities are conducted safely and in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for exploration strategy.
• Stay abreast of the latest exploration technologies and methodologies.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the company's exploration portfolio.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Geology or a related earth science discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with a strong focus on greenfield exploration.
• Proven track record of discovering economic mineral deposits.
• Extensive knowledge of various deposit types and their geological characteristics.
• Proficiency in geological software for mapping, modeling, and data analysis (e.g., ArcGIS, Leapfrog, ioGAS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex geological concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• A strong understanding of safety and environmental best practices in exploration for this remote role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure for this remote position.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Flexible remote work arrangements offering excellent work-life balance.
• Generous budget for professional development, including conferences and training courses.
• Opportunity to be part of high-impact, career-defining exploration projects.
• A dynamic and collaborative global team environment.
• The satisfaction of discovering new mineral resources critical for the future.