Senior Geologist - Base Metals Exploration Lead (Kimberley)

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Bonuses

Professional development

Conference participation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead and deliver geological exploration programs in the Kimberley, Northern Cape region. You will focus on base metals, plan drilling and sampling, and integrate multidisciplinary data to identify and advance targets.

The role requires extensive field experience, geological modeling, and strong communication skills to report findings and support growth initiatives in a mineral-rich environment.

Qualifications

• Honours or Masters in Geology or related earth science.
• Minimum 7 years of mineral exploration experience with base metals focus.
• Proven field exploration and project management experience.
• Proficient in Leapfrog, ArcGIS, ioGAS or similar modeling packages.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and execute geological exploration programs including mapping, sampling and drilling campaigns.
• Conduct detailed geological mapping and structural analysis of targets.
• Collect, log and interpret core samples from drill holes.
• Create and update 2D/3D geological models and resource estimates.
• Interpret geophysical and geochemical data to identify targets and prioritize exploration.
• Prepare geological reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Maintain safety and environmental compliance during field operations.
• Maintain geological databases and ensure data integrity.

Skills

7+ years experience

Field exploration

Geological modeling

Geochemical data interpretation

Geophysical data integration

Data management

Education

Honours or MSc in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

ioGAS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead and deliver geological exploration programs in the Kimberley, Northern Cape region. You will focus on base metals, plan drilling and sampling, and integrate multidisciplinary data to identify and advance targets.

The role requires extensive field experience, geological modeling, and strong communication skills to report findings and support growth initiatives in a mineral-rich environment.