Senior Geologist: Exploration Lead — Mossel Bay (Equity)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Field allowances and accommodation

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Principal Geologist to lead exploration initiatives around Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role requires directing target generation, field programs, data integration, and strategic planning to grow a robust mineral portfolio.

You will oversee budgets, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards while delivering compelling technical reports and stakeholder presentations. A strong leadership track record is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology or Economic Geology.
• 12+ years in mineral exploration with greenfield/brownfield focus.
• Proven success in discovering economic mineral deposits.
• Expertise in geological modeling software such as Leapfrog, ArcGIS or ioGAS.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement exploration strategies to identify new mineral targets.
• Lead field exploration activities including mapping, sampling and geochemical surveys.
• Interpret integrated geological, geochemical and geophysical data to define drill targets.
• Oversee core logging and drill hole data management.
• Conduct geological modeling and resource estimation studies with resource geologists.
• Evaluate exploration project viability and recommend progression.
• Manage exploration budgets and resources.
• Mentor junior geologists and field staff.
• Ensure compliance with exploration regulations, safety protocols, and environmental standards.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and proposals for stakeholders.
• Stay updated on new exploration technologies and methodologies.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Strategic thinking

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

ioGAS

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Principal Geologist to lead exploration initiatives around Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role requires directing target generation, field programs, data integration, and strategic planning to grow a robust mineral portfolio.

You will oversee budgets, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards while delivering compelling technical reports and stakeholder presentations. A strong leadership track record is essential.