Senior Geologist: Base Metals Exploration Leader

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical and retirement benefits

Generous leave allocation

Relocation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to advanced exploration tech

Accommodation and living expenses for遠

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Senior Geologist specialized in Base Metals Exploration to join our client, a prominent mining company in Gauteng, based in Tembisa. You will identify and evaluate base metal deposits and lead exploration programs.

The role requires Honours or MSc in Geology, at least 6 years in base metals exploration, strong data interpretation, and proficiency with Leapfrog Geo, ArcGIS, Surpac and Datamine.

Qualifications

• Honours or Master's degree in Geology or Economic Geology.
• Minimum 6 years of exploration experience in base metals.
• Proficiency with geological modelling software (Leapfrog Geo, ArcGIS, Surpac, Datamine).
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with ability to lead field teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage geological exploration programs for base metals.
• Conduct field mapping, sampling, and data acquisition.
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to identify targets.
• Develop and update geological models using Leapfrog Geo, ArcGIS, Surpac, and Datamine.
• Manage and supervise field exploration teams, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Oversee collection and assaying of rock chip, soil, and drill core samples.
• Collaborate with geophysicists and geochemists to integrate datasets.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and exploration strategy recommendations.
• Liaise with government surveys and regulators regarding permits.
• Contribute to resource estimation and mine planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices and environmental regulations.

Skills

Geology

Exploration planning

Data interpretation

Field mapping

Geochemical analysis

Education

Honours or MSc in Geology/Economic Geology

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

ArcGIS

Surpac

Datamine

Job description

Placements24 invites a Senior Geologist specialized in Base Metals Exploration to join our client, a prominent mining company in Gauteng, based in Tembisa. You will identify and evaluate base metal deposits and lead exploration programs.

The role requires Honours or MSc in Geology, at least 6 years in base metals exploration, strong data interpretation, and proficiency with Leapfrog Geo, ArcGIS, Surpac and Datamine.