Senior Geologist, Deep-Level Mining – Lead Exploration

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid scheme

Retirement fund contributions

Performance-based bonuses

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to join a leading mining entity in Johannesburg, Gauteng. You will lead geological mapping, core logging, and resource estimation while collaborating with mining engineers to optimize mine planning and exploration strategies.

The role requires extensive field work, data analysis, and mentoring of junior geologists, with opportunities to work on diverse projects and utilize advanced software tools in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in geology or related earth science.
• 7+ years in mineral exploration or mine geology with gold/base metals focus.
• Experience with geological modeling and resource estimation software.
• Strong data analysis and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to mine sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed geological mapping in surface and underground environments.
• Log and interpret drill cores and identify mineralization patterns.
• Develop geological models using Leapfrog or Datamine.
• Estimate resources and reserves per JORC/NI 43-101.
• Collaborate with mining engineers on planning parameters.
• Provide geological support during drilling campaigns.
• Mentor junior geologists and share knowledge.

Skills

Geology

Geological mapping

Resource estimation

Data analysis

Leadership

GIS

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Datamine

ArcGIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to join a leading mining entity in Johannesburg, Gauteng. You will lead geological mapping, core logging, and resource estimation while collaborating with mining engineers to optimize mine planning and exploration strategies.

The role requires extensive field work, data analysis, and mentoring of junior geologists, with opportunities to work on diverse projects and utilize advanced software tools in a dynamic environment.