Senior Exploration Geologist - Gold & Base Metals, Global Role

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Retirement annuity

Travel allowances

Accommodation allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist for a globally recognized exploration firm in Sandton, Gauteng. The role emphasizes planning and leading exploration programs, interpreting multi-source data, and building 3D models to advance gold and base metal projects.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in grassroots exploration with strong communication skills and a willingness to travel to remote sites.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or Economic Geology from a recognized university.
• 7+ years of progressive mineral exploration experience, with focus on gold/base metals.
• Experience with 3D geological modeling software (Leapfrog, Vulcan, Micromine) and data handling.
• Geochemical and geophysical data interpretation skills.
• Experience planning and supervising drilling (diamond, RC, RAB).
• Strong deposit-knowledge for gold and base metal systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to remote exploration sites.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage exploration programs, including field mapping and drilling campaigns.
• Interpret geological data from geophysics, geochemistry, and drilling results.
• Develop and maintain 3D geological models and resource estimates with team.
• Identify new exploration targets through desktop studies and field reconnaissance.
• Manage exploration budgets and timelines for efficient resource use.
• Prepare geological reports, presentations, and technical summaries.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.
• Mentor junior geologists and field staff, promoting best practices.

Skills

Exploration planning

Geochemical interpretation

Geophysical interpretation

Data management

Analytical thinking

Team mentoring

Technical reporting

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Economic Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Micromine

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geologist for a globally recognized exploration firm in Sandton, Gauteng. The role emphasizes planning and leading exploration programs, interpreting multi-source data, and building 3D models to advance gold and base metal projects.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in grassroots exploration with strong communication skills and a willingness to travel to remote sites.