Senior Geochemist: Drive Mineral Targets & Exploration

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement fund benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geochemist for a role near Port Elizabeth. You will design geochemical sampling programs, analyze data, and guide mineral exploration efforts across diverse terrains.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in exploration geochemistry, proficiency with ioGAS and GIS, and strong communication skills. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and ensure health and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geochemistry, Geology, or related geoscience

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage regional and detailed geochemical exploration programs (soil, stream sediment, rock chip, and biogeochemical surveys).
• Analyze complex geochemical datasets and interpret results to guide exploration targets.
• Develop geochemical models and anomaly detection strategies; collaborate with geology and geophysics teams.
• Prepare detailed reports and mentor junior geochemists while ensuring HSE compliance.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exploration Geochemist for a role near Port Elizabeth. You will design geochemical sampling programs, analyze data, and guide mineral exploration efforts across diverse terrains.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in exploration geochemistry, proficiency with ioGAS and GIS, and strong communication skills. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and ensure health and safety compliance.