Senior Exploration Geologist – Base Metals, Field Lead

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Training with modern exploration tech

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, South Africa, seeks a Senior Exploration Geologist to lead field exploration programs for base metals across remote terrains. You will design and execute exploration workstreams, interpret complex datasets, and supervise drilling campaigns while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong base metals knowledge, and proven targets generation with excellent reporting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years progressive mineral exploration experience.
• Strong base metals focus.
• Experience in field campaigns in remote terrains.
• Proven track record of target generation and discoveries.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and execute exploration programs for base metals (copper, nickel, zinc, lead).
• Conduct geological mapping, structural analysis, and sampling in prospective areas.
• Interpret and integrate geological, geophysical, and geochemical data to identify drill targets.
• Plan and supervise drilling programs (RC, diamond drilling); log cores and evaluate assays.
• Develop and maintain geological models using Leapfrog, Vulcan, and ArcGIS.
• Conduct preliminary economic assessments of identified prospects.
• Manage field logistics, budgets, and contractor relationships for exploration projects.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure exploration activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Mentor junior geologists and provide technical guidance to field teams.

Skills

Field mapping

Geological interpretation

3D modeling

Drilling supervision

Data analysis

Report writing

Team collaboration

Education

BSc (Hons) or MSc in Geology or Economic Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

ArcGIS

Job description

Placements24 in Durban, South Africa, seeks a Senior Exploration Geologist to lead field exploration programs for base metals across remote terrains. You will design and execute exploration workstreams, interpret complex datasets, and supervise drilling campaigns while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong base metals knowledge, and proven targets generation with excellent reporting and communication skills.