Senior Geologist: 3D Models & Resource Estimation Lead

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape seeks a Senior Geologist with resource estimation expertise to drive 3D geological modeling, robust resource calculations, and compliant reporting. You’ll interpret exploration data, build models, and collaborate across mining engineers and geostatisticians to support mine planning and economic assessments.

The role demands a methodical, detail-oriented professional with a track record in resource estimation and strong knowledge of JORC/NI 43-101.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Earth Science; Master’s in economic geology or geostatistics desirable.
• 8+ years in exploration/resource geology; 4+ years in resource estimation.
• Proficiency with Leapfrog Geo, Micromine, Vulcan, Datamine.
• Strong geostatistical principles and software experience.
• Experience with JORC or NI 43-101 reporting.
• Excellent analytical, attention to detail, problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience in mineral resource estimation for base metals, precious metals, or bulk commodities.
• Kimberley region familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate detailed 3D geological models from drill data and surface mapping.
• Perform resource estimation using geostatistical methods (kriging, IDW).
• Classify resources per JORC/NI 43-101 and generate resource statements.
• Produce geological reports for internal and public disclosure.
• Collaborate with mining engineers and geostatisticians to integrate models into mine planning.
• Conduct QA/QC of geological data and models.
• Assist in planning exploration and resource-definition drilling.
• Keep up-to-date with advances in geological modeling and estimation.

Skills

Geostatistics

Geological modeling

Leapfrog Geo

Micromine

Vulcan

Datamine

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Master's in economic geology or geostatistics

Tools

JORC/NI 43-101 reporting

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape seeks a Senior Geologist with resource estimation expertise to drive 3D geological modeling, robust resource calculations, and compliant reporting. You’ll interpret exploration data, build models, and collaborate across mining engineers and geostatisticians to support mine planning and economic assessments.

The role demands a methodical, detail-oriented professional with a track record in resource estimation and strong knowledge of JORC/NI 43-101.