Senior Geologist – Exploration & 3D Modeling Lead

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Provident fund

Life insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Geologist to join our client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on exploration oversight, resource modeling, and mine planning with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will develop 3D geological models, estimate resources, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with engineers to optimize extraction. Travel to various mine sites is expected.

Formación

• Our client seeks a degree-qualified geologist with 7+ years in geological exploration and mining.
• Expertise in 3D geological modeling, resource estimation, and geostatistical methods is essential.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills; travel to multiple mine sites is required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead detailed geological mapping and data collection in exploration areas.
• Develop and refine 3D models to accurately represent ore bodies.
• Estimate resources and reserves using standard software and methods.
• Collaborate with mine planning engineers to optimize extraction strategies.
• Mentor junior geologists and prepare senior-management reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in fieldwork at remote mine sites as needed.
• Advise on exploration targeting and new prospective areas.
• Monitor geological risks associated with mining operations.

Conocimientos

Geology

3D modeling

Resource estimation

Geostatistics

Data analysis

Reporting

Team leadership

Travel willingness

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Geology

Herramientas

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Micromine

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Geologist to join our client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on exploration oversight, resource modeling, and mine planning with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will develop 3D geological models, estimate resources, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with engineers to optimize extraction. Travel to various mine sites is expected.