Remote Senior Exploration Geophysicist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Remote work

Health benefits

Professional development

Conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Exploration Geophysicist to join a globally dispersed team. This fully remote position supports advanced mining exploration initiatives with potential field involvement near Upington.

You will design, interpret, and refine geophysical datasets to guide exploration strategies and ground-based surveys. The role requires a PhD or MSc in Geophysics and at least 10 years of experience, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in geophysical

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics or a related earth science discipline.
• Minimum 10 years in exploration geophysics with emphasis on mineral deposit exploration.
• Expertise across multiple geophysical methods for base metals, precious metals or related commodities.
• Proficiency with industry-standard geophysical software for processing, inversion, and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and manage ground-based geophysical surveys (magnetic, gravity, seismic, electrical).
• Interpret and integrate geophysical data with geological and geochemical information.
• Develop and refine 3D geophysical models to identify ore bodies.
• Apply advanced processing and inversion techniques to improve data resolution.
• Provide expert technical advice on geophysical methods to exploration teams.
• Prepare detailed geophysical reports, target recommendations, and presentations.

Skills

Geophysics

Data interpretation

3D modeling

Survey design

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics

Tools

Geophysical software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Exploration Geophysicist to join their globally dispersed team, supporting their advanced exploration initiatives in the mining sector . This fully remote position will leverage cutting-edge geophysical techniques and data analysis to identify and characterize new mineral deposits. You will play a key role in developing exploration strategies, interpreting complex datasets, and guiding ground-based geophysical surveys. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned geophysicist looking to contribute their expertise to impactful projects from anywhere, with potential field involvement related to operations near Upington .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and manage ground-based geophysical surveys (e.g., magnetic, gravity, seismic, electrical).
• Interpret and integrate diverse geophysical datasets with geological and geochemical information.
• Develop and refine 3D geophysical models to identify and delineate potential ore bodies.
• Utilize advanced processing and inversion techniques to enhance data resolution and accuracy.
• Provide expert technical advice on geophysical methods and interpretations to exploration teams.
• Prepare detailed geophysical reports, target recommendations, and technical presentations.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in exploration geophysics, with a strong focus on mineral deposit exploration.
• Expertise in multiple geophysical methods relevant to base metals, precious metals, or other key commodities.
• Proficiency with industry-standard geophysical software packages for processing, inversion, and modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and team collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Flexible remote work schedule and a globally connected team environment.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attending conferences and training.
• Contribution to significant exploration projects advancing the future of mining.