Senior Geologist - Exploration Leader For Mineral Discovery

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development support

Opportunity to shape mineral discovery

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Exploration Manager to lead mineral discovery initiatives in the North West province. This hybrid role combines remote strategy with on-site visits to project areas and stakeholders, delivering targeted exploration programs and team leadership.

You will identify new prospects, design exploration strategies, oversee geological teams, and drive growth through innovative remote management while ensuring safety and technical excellence across the organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geology or related geoscience field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive mineral exploration experience with a proven discovery track record.
• Strong understanding of exploration techniques, project management, and geological modeling.
• Experience in managing budgets and leading exploration teams, preferably in remote or distributed settings.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel for essential on-site reviews and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic exploration plans to identify and evaluate new mineral prospects.
• Oversee exploration programs including mapping, sampling, geophysics, and drilling campaigns.
• Manage exploration budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Interpret data and models to define targets and prioritize activities.
• Lead and mentor geologists and field technicians, ensuring safety and technical excellence.
• Engage with government agencies, joint venture partners, and senior management on progress and findings.

Skills

Geology

Geological modeling

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Geology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Remote Exploration Manager to lead their mineral discovery initiatives. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to manage exploration programs remotely, complemented by essential on‑site visits to project areas and key stakeholders. You will be responsible for identifying new exploration targets, designing and executing exploration strategies, and overseeing geological teams in their pursuit of valuable mineral resources. Your leadership will drive the company’s growth pipeline, ensuring the discovery and delineation of economically viable deposits through innovative exploration techniques and effective remote team management within the North West province's dynamic geological setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic exploration plans to identify and evaluate new mineral prospects.
• Oversee all aspects of exploration programs, including geological mapping, sampling, geophysical surveys, and drilling campaigns.
• Manage exploration budgets, timelines, and resource allocation effectively.
• Interpret exploration data and geological models to define targets and prioritize exploration activities.
• Lead and mentor a team of geologists and field technicians, fostering a culture of safety and technical excellence.
• Liaise with stakeholders, including government agencies, joint venture partners, and senior management, on exploration progress and findings.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Geology or a related geoscience field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with a proven track record of successful discoveries.
• Strong understanding of exploration techniques, project management, and geological modeling .
• Experience in managing budgets and leading exploration teams, preferably in a remote or distributed setting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills .
• Willingness to travel for essential on‑site project reviews and meetings.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and significant performance-based bonuses tied to discovery success.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering significant remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Support for continuous professional development and industry engagement.
• The opportunity to shape the future of mineral exploration and discovery for a leading mining company.