Senior Exploration Geochemist — Hybrid Field & Analysis Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical exploration projects in Bloemfontein. You will design and implement surveys, interpret datasets, and integrate results with geological information to guide exploration programs.

With 7+ years in mineral exploration geochemistry and strong skills in ioGAS/ArcGIS, you will develop mineralization models, prepare comprehensive reports, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geochemistry, Geology, or a related earth science discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in mineral exploration geochemistry.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software and GIS.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage geochemical exploration programs across soils, stream sediments, rock, and drill core.
• Oversee collection, preparation, and analysis of geochemical samples with quality control.
• Interpret geochemical data using advanced statistics and integrate with geological data to define targets.
• Develop models for mineralization and provide expert interpretation.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for exploration activities.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and project managers to define exploration strategies.
• Mentor junior geochemists and field technicians.

Skills

Geochemistry expertise

Mineral exploration

Statistical analysis

GIS

Education

MSc or PhD in Geochemistry or Geology

Tools

ioGAS

ArcGIS

Geochemical data management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical exploration projects in Bloemfontein. You will design and implement surveys, interpret datasets, and integrate results with geological information to guide exploration programs.

With 7+ years in mineral exploration geochemistry and strong skills in ioGAS/ArcGIS, you will develop mineralization models, prepare comprehensive reports, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.