Senior Exploration Geophysicist - Upington (Hybrid)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Exploration Geoscientist with a Geophysics specialty to lead design, execution, and interpretation of geophysical surveys in Upington, Northern Cape, SA. You will evaluate data to identify mineral targets, working with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration geophysics, MSc/PhD, and strong data integration skills with familiarity in Oasis Montaj, Potent, and Maxwell.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in mineral exploration geophysics.
• Expertise in acquisition, processing and interpretation of aeromagnetic, ground EM, gravity and seismic data.
• Strong understanding of geological controls on mineralization and exploration targeting.
• Willingness to travel to remote field locations and adapt to a hybrid work arrangement from Upington.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage geophysical exploration programs including seismic, magnetic, gravity, and EM surveys.
• Process, interpret, and model geophysical data to generate exploration targets.
• Integrate geophysical data with geological, geochemical, and drilling information.
• Oversee field operations, ensuring data quality and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with geologists and other geoscientists to refine exploration models.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for exploration strategy reviews.
• Stay updated on geophysical techniques and software developments.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and provide technical guidance.
• Assist in evaluation of exploration opportunities and project assessments.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

MSc/PhD in Geophysics or Earth Sciences

Tools

Geosoft Oasis Montaj

Potent

Maxwell

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Exploration Geoscientist with a Geophysics specialty to lead design, execution, and interpretation of geophysical surveys in Upington, Northern Cape, SA. You will evaluate data to identify mineral targets, working with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration geophysics, MSc/PhD, and strong data integration skills with familiarity in Oasis Montaj, Potent, and Maxwell.