Senior Geologist - Exploration

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Insurance (medical, life, disability)

Travel allowances

Career advancement opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein region is seeking a seasoned Senior Geologist to lead exploration programs and assess mineral prospects. The role focuses on integrating geological data, supervising field campaigns, and delivering resource development strategies in a dynamic exploration team.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Geology, 8+ years in mineral exploration, and strong GIS/modeling skills to drive discovery in South Africa's mineral belts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration.
• Proven expertise in geological mapping, structural analysis, and mineral deposit modeling.
• Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and geological modeling packages (e.g., Leapfrog, Micromine).
• Strong understanding of geophysical and geochemical exploration techniques.
• Excellent field skills, analytical abilities, and report writing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute geological exploration programs to identify and define new mineral resources.
• Interpret geological maps, cross-sections, and geophysical/geochemical data to guide exploration efforts.
• Conduct field mapping, sampling, and core logging for various deposit types.
• Utilize geological modeling software to create 3D models of ore bodies and estimate resource potential.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, geochemists, and engineers to integrate diverse datasets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant mining and environmental regulations during exploration activities.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Field skills

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Geology or related Earth Science

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Leapfrog

Micromine

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Geologist to lead their Exploration activities in the rich mineral provinces surrounding Bloemfontein . This role is pivotal in identifying and evaluating new mineral prospects, applying advanced geological principles and exploration techniques. You will be responsible for managing exploration programs, interpreting geological data, and guiding the team towards successful resource discovery. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced geologist to contribute significantly to resource development in a region known for its potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute geological exploration programs to identify and define new mineral resources.
• Interpret geological maps, cross-sections, and geophysical/geochemical data to guide exploration efforts.
• Conduct field mapping, sampling, and core logging for various deposit types.
• Utilize geological modeling software to create 3D models of ore bodies and estimate resource potential.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, geochemists, and engineers to integrate diverse datasets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant mining and environmental regulations during exploration activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration.
• Proven expertise in geological mapping, structural analysis, and mineral deposit modeling.
• Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and geological modeling packages (e.g., Leapfrog, Micromine).
• Strong understanding of geophysical and geochemical exploration techniques.
• Excellent field skills, analytical abilities, and report writing capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses tied to discovery success.
• Comprehensive medical, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous travel and accommodation allowances for field work.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing exploration company based near Bloemfontein .
• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation in mineral exploration.