Senior Geologist: Core Sampling & Exploration Lead

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Performance bonus

Relocation assistance

Leave allowances

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Geologist to join our client in Midrand, Gauteng. The role focuses on advanced geological analysis, mineral deposit characterization, and strategic planning to support exploration and resource evaluation initiatives.

You will lead geological mapping, core logging interpretation, and model development using Leapfrog and Micromine, oversee drilling programs, prepare technical reports, mentor junior geologists, and ensure compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration and resource geology within the mining industry.
• Proficient in geological software for modeling and data analysis (Leapfrog, Micromine).
• Strong understanding of various geological deposit types relevant to South African geology.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological mapping and structural analysis of exploration sites.
• Oversee and interpret core logging data, identifying mineralisation and lithological features.
• Develop and refine geological models using Leapfrog and Micromine.
• Plan and manage drilling programs, including core sampling protocols and QA/QC.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate with geochemists and geophysicists to integrate datasets for subsurface understanding.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior geologists.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Geology

Mineral exploration

Geostatistics

Leapfrog

Micromine

GIS

Project management

Team leadership

Technical reporting

Safety

Education

Geology degree

Tools

Leapfrog

Micromine

GIS

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Geologist to join our client in Midrand, Gauteng. The role focuses on advanced geological analysis, mineral deposit characterization, and strategic planning to support exploration and resource evaluation initiatives.

You will lead geological mapping, core logging interpretation, and model development using Leapfrog and Micromine, oversee drilling programs, prepare technical reports, mentor junior geologists, and ensure compliance with safety and